Dee and Sephi’s home had finally fallen silent for the night. Thea and Zach had gone to bed first, followed by Roxy after she awoke from her dream. Chris was asleep on the living room floor, covered by a blanket with Cerberus cuddling as close to him as possible. Still awake were Dee and Sephi, who were cuddled on the sofa, while Melanie and Darius were together in a chair, with Melanie sitting on Darius’ lap.
“Are you sure you can do this?” Darius softly asked.
“I can, but it won’t be easy. I will be exhausted and sleep most of the next twenty-four hours, but I can do it,” Melanie replied.
“Do you know what will happen for Chris?” Sephi whispered.
“He is going fishing with his dad,” Melanie smiled as tears prickled her eyes. “Reginald had promised to take him fishing this coming Satu
