Lunchtime read: Strait is the Gate

This story could have got bogged down as Alissa sticks to her guns refusing to get engaged because of some religious feelings.

But the truth suddenly becomes apparent as Jerome’s friend attempts to ask for the hand of marriage of Alissa’s sister. She is in love with Jerome and that is the reason Alissa has refused his offer of engagement.

The revelation that the two sisters are in love with the same person really throws everything off kilter and leaves Jerome and his friend wondering just what will happen to their chances of getting engaged to their respective loves.

More tomorrow…