That evening, Mr. Chalmers returned home, didn't see his wife or son, and learned they went visiting, so he ate alone, feeling a bit lonely and slightly aggrieved.
In contrast, the Yates household was bustling with activity.
Before Mrs. Chalmers came over, she specially picked some fruit to bring along.
As soon as she walked in, she smelled the aroma of food coming from the kitchen. After some lively greetings, Mrs. Chalmers insisted on helping out in the kitchen, even 'shooing' Gray Yates out.
The kitchen became the territory of the two mothers. Not having met for many years but still familiar with each other, they quickly struck up a conversation.
It was likely the three children were left waiting for dinner.
Gray Yates had just finished military training, his skin tone a shade darker, but he was in great spirits. In the evening, he went for a walk with Ms. Yates, and everyone said she knew how to raise handsome kids.
