"I am busy looking for my son. Noah has to work because of the money I used, and someone must be here when Warren returns. I don't want anyone in my home," said Kate.
"They wouldn't come here. They would go to the court, where a room would be picked out for you. Bella is present in town and is open to speaking with young ladies. Your experiences were different, but what you have to say is important," Mark said, hopeful.
"You will be paid for your time in court," Mark said, hoping this was all Kate needed to hear.
"Are you offering money because I had to use plenty of my money on my son's debt? My family will be well without that money and does not need any offerings from anyone," Kate said, angry that he thought so little of her.
"I wasn't pitying you, Kate. Everyone who works for the court will be paid, and you will be paid handsomely if you do as you promise. You would have the money for the debt back in no time," Mark promised.
Kate was conflicted.
