My Wife is a Hacker

"It's not that," Lulu shook her head with a sigh. "It's not that. I'm just glad Patricia really likes you. Otherwise, she might have given up waiting for you to make a move!"

Ellar looked a bit downcast. "I've tried my best. I have to consider Patricia's feelings too, not just rush things."

He silently wished love wasn't so complicated, pondering the challenges of winning someone's heart.

Emma, picking up on the subtleties, asked, "Wait, have you two not officially dated yet?" She was surprised, having assumed their relationship was more developed.

Ellar blushed, realizing he’d let slip more than he intended.

"Mom, I had no choice," he tried to defend himself, mixing seriousness with a hint of jest.

Emma frowned. "What do you mean no choice? Were you planning to keep up a pretense?"

Ellar hurried to explain, "It all started with Doretta. If you hadn't tried to set me up with her, I wouldn't have turned to Patricia for help. And it turned out, Patricia felt something was off about Doretta too, so she was really helping our whole family."

The room went quiet at the mention of Doretta, with everyone pausing to reflect.

Emma looked visibly upset, processing the information.

Nicole then clarified the situation, "Doretta was undercover..."

After hearing the full story, Emma seemed relieved yet emotional, "I thought Doretta was genuine, and it was hard to suspect her. It's comforting to know she wasn't actually betraying US."

Dexter offered his support, "Everything's out in the open now. You don't have to feel troubled about it anymore."

He understood the emotional toll the uncertainty around Doretta had taken on Emma. Now, with everything resolved, she could finally let go of those concerns.

Emma, feeling a bit relieved, nodded. "That's really reassuring to hear."

Nicole gently explained, "Emma, everything was kept under wraps to ensure Doretta's safety and the success of her mission. I was only briefed on it recently too."

Emma, now more understanding, responded, "As long as she's alright and hasn't done anything to harm US, that's what matters." She recognized the importance of confidentiality in such sensitive matters.

Dexter, curious about Doretta's current situation, asked, "So, where is Doretta now?"

His concern was palpable, pondering why she hadn't returned to clarify things post-mission, considering their home was her supposed sanctuary in the city.

Nicole replied, "She's been assigned further duties and couldn't come to explain in person. But she promised to visit US next time she's in town."

Emma's concern was evident, "Off to another assignment, then? Is it going to be dangerous?"

Acknowledging the risks, Nicole assured her, "There are always risks, but Doretta is skilled and capable. She'll be fine, so there's no need to worry." Content from NôvelDr(a)ma.Org.

Emma mused aloud on Doretta's choice, "Such a gentle soul, yet she's chosen such a tough path."

Nicole, with a hint of admiration, commented, "When someone is talented and gets such an opportunity, it's natural they'd embrace it wholeheartedly."

Having been part of that world herself, Nicole understood the call of duty and was always prepared to assist if needed again.

The family's conversation flowed easily, the meal a time for unity and peace, cherishing this time together in a serene and joyful gathering. Today was about relaxation and enjoying the warmth of family.