That afternoon, Clarice was bored inside the room so she went outside, settled on the chair under the shade of the tree, enjoying the gentle breeze while reading a book.
Lorey was doing laundry at the back of the house while Grandpa Eliezer was taking a nap in his room.
She closed her eyes for a moment, enjoying the peaceful surroundings, serenaded by the sounds of birds chirping in the branches of the trees.
When she opened her eyes, she was greeted by the sight of her beloved, standing before her, holding a restaurant take-out bag, smiling at her.
"How's your afternoon, babe?" he asked, settling on the wooden bench beside her and planting a kiss on her forehead lovingly.
She smiled. "Great so far."
"I bought your favorite apple pie with cheddar and soda for your afternoon snack," h
