Chapter 830

Hailey smiled. "Lester is great. He's warm, well-read, and cultivated—a man of excellent character." Miranda grinned. "Then how about you try dating him?" Hailey nearly choked on her drink. "Mom, what are you saying? I don't see Lester that way!" "Hailey, you're not that young anymore. You couldn't let go of Jonah before, but now that he's moved on, it's time for you to start a new life too. "A young woman's youth only lasts so long. Just now, Mrs. Larden hinted at the idea of a match between our families. She likes you, and your dad and I both think Lester's a fine young man." In their social circle, Lester was a rare gem—a scholarly, well-mannered man with a spotless reputation. Both Miranda and James adored him. Hailey said, "Mom, I'm just… not thinking about that right now." "Well, you need to think fast. Don't waste your youth on someone who's not yours. Your father and I just want you to find someone who loves you, someone to give you a real home," Miranda said gently, her