MONARCH OF THE GLEN FAN FICTION
BY: ISOBEL

"Ok, everyone, I have some very exciting news! Archie, Lexie and Amanda are coming to stay !" Molly announced, a large smile on her face.

" That's great news Molly. How long will they be staying for?" asked Paul.

"About two weeks! They arrive tomorrow. Jessica, could you make up the guest bedrooms for me?" asked Molly.

"Yeh, of course." replied Jess.

"Meeting over then!" said Molly.

"Molly, can I have a word with you?" asked Golly.

"Actually, Golly, I needed to have a word with you myself." said Duncan, a nervous look accompanying.

"Alright, lad, just give me a minute." said Golly.

"Molly. You know Archie and Lexie aren't coming back forever, don't you?" asked Golly, an understanding look given in his wife's direction.

"Oh, Golly. I miss him, so. Why did he ever move away?"

"Molly, I know. I miss him too, he was a like a son to me. If Jessica, or Duncan ever moved away, I would feel heart broken too. It was hard enough having Jess taken off me as a baby, but it would be even harder now she is a grown woman. But we just have to accept that our children have grown up, and started their own lives. They still need us Molly, but not all the time. Are you okay now? Just look forward to their visit. But remember that's all it is. After all, I may not be as young or exciting, but you've still got me." Golly smiled.

"Thank you, Golly." Said Molly.

"OK, well, young Duncan wants to talk to me now. Are you sure you're ok?" asked Golly.

"Yes, yes, I'm fine now."

"Ok then."