Time to introduce some new characters! So you've now met four important characters in this book (6 if you count Scarlett's teachers, but they aren't as vital as the four I'm referring to). We've talked about Scarlett and Noe. Now let's talk about Daniel, Scarlett's father, and Destin, the boy pining for Scarlett's attention.
Daniel Thompkins is a loving father who is devoted to raising his daughter. From the time she was an infant, he has raised Scarlett as a single father. No woman has ever passed the test since Caroline, Scarlett's mother, walked out on them. Her abandonment left him with some major trust issues that he can never quite get past, but that isn't the reason he's still single. Although he's dated, he has yet to meet anyone he thinks would be worthy of helping to raise his daughter. He has picky standards when it comes to her and he doesn't want to wound her further by introducing a mother figure, only to have her leave too. He works as a financial advisor in a national bank in Atlanta, GA, which is only a short distance from Acworth. (Top Picture)
Destin is a sweet boy who would do anything to be Scarlett's boyfriend. He has admired her from a distance for years. He's never had the courage to ask her out on a date, although he's thought about it countless times. He was raised by his mother from the age of 3. His dad was a massive drunk and his mother divorced him when he started to develop violent tendencies toward their son. Being raised by his mom has made him into the fine young gentleman that he is today. He was taught to have manors and be kind to ladies always. He has always valued his mother's advice and looks up to her greatly for being a successful single parent. Destin works at Pizza Joe's with Scarlett and several other people from school. He likes sports, but doesn't play them. He prefers to spend his time playing guitar and other related instruments (such as the ukulele). (Bottom Picture)
Well, there you have it. Two more characters in the bank for you guys! I hope you have enjoyed what you've read so far. I am diligently working on chapter three at the moment. I should have it posted here by next weekend at the latest. Thank you all so much for your support and positive feedback. It means more than you could ever know!
Sincerely,
Karen M.T.
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