Myrtle accompanied them for the rest of the afternoon, but she left before five for work. Adrienne thanked her best friend for the umpteenth time that day, but Myrtle only waved her hand in response.
"It was nothing, Addie. I know you would have done the same if I was in the same situation," Myrtle replied. "As long as you promise not to get involved with my stupid brother, then we're good."
"You are still worrying about that?" Adrienne crossed her arms over her chest and chuckled. "Don't be ridiculous. We wouldn't be able to tolerate each other if the feelings were one-sided. Don't you know? I also want to get married to the man who loves me, but I'm not raising my hopes."
"Alright. I think that's enough for now. I'm just worried about you, Addie. I hope you understand." Myrtle touched Adrienne's arm lightly.