After Kade left her flat, as Lily's phone rang, she noticed her mother's name flashing on the screen. With a smile, she answered, the warmth in her mother's voice instantly putting her at ease. After exchanging pleasantries, her mother suggested meeting for lunch, knowing Lily's schedule. Lily agreed, and within the hour, they met at a cozy café.
The air buzzed with conversations, the atmosphere soothing yet bustling. Lily and her mother settled at a corner table, surrounded by the gentle murmur of the café.
Amidst discussions about life and the happenings of the town, Lily's mother glanced at her with an amused twinkle in her eyes. Lily sensed something was coming and couldn't help but ask, "What's on your mind?"
Her mother chuckled softly, "I was really surprised by your comment from
