After the celebration, my mom gave me a kiss and urged me to go to bed. It was already past one and she didn't want me sleeping late because I might wake up late tomorrow.
“Good night honey. Sleep tight. Once again, I'm sorry for not returning early to witness your first shift,”
My mom apologized warmly before brushing my forehead with her kisses.
“It's not your fault. I'm so grateful for everything you gave me. The gifts, the flowers,. I - I don't know what to say.”
“You two are just the best,” I mumbled sweetly before embracing both my mom and step dad.
“Good night, honey.” Mr Walter muttered, his blue eyes shining and illuminating my spirit.
I walked back to my room but when I heard my mom ask of Derek from Mr Walter, I stopped on my tracks, trying to eavesdrop on their conversa
