Upon receiving the news of her husband’s death, Alice’s world contracts to embrace what little family she has that remains. So when her mother-in-law proposes the notion of moving back home to establish a boarding house, Alice clasps her daughter close and embarks with her on this uncertain journey.
Things begin to look grim for the women.
Then along comes Mr. Openshaw.
Mr. Openshaw, a man accustomed to the relentless pursuit of success in the tumult of urban life, finds himself soon drawn into the fold of Alice’s cozy abode. Despite his initial resistance, the serene efficiency and quiet resilience of Alice begin to weave a spell around him, awakening emotions long dormant.
As Mr. Openshaw wrestles with the unfamiliar stirrings within, he endeavors to shield his heart from the tender tendrils of affection that seek to ensnare him. Yet, in the warmth of Alice’s presence, his resolve falters, and he is left grappling with the undeniable pull of their burgeoning connection.
In this dance of fate and circumstance, will Mr. Openshaw continue to resist the call of his heart, or will he surrender to the irresistible allure of love?
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