Chapter 79: Epilogue

**Six months later**

[Moon Mansion]

“Nadia, are the canapes ready?” Jackie asked, arranging the spread on the long garden table.

“Yes, Ma’am. I’ll bring them out when the guests arrive,” she replied, as she directed her two helpers where to place the trays of assorted tarts and vol-au-vent.

Jackie then took a step back to admire the food station. She had planned a cozy English high tea for her guests and would serve a scrumptious dinner with both Eastern and Western cuisines later.

“And how’s the Lady of the House coming along?” Bob snuck up behind Jackie and gave her a peck on the cheek.

“Ooh, Bob,” she said, startled.

She chuckled as she returned the kiss. She gestured to the spread on the table and said, “What do you think?”

“It’s grand. Very impressive, darling,” he remarked, hugging her from behind.

“Muz and Marjorie should be arriving soon. You know, Sharifah the girls can’t wait to see you.”