Emeldia’s gaze repeatedly glanced to her son during breakfast. Despite the enthusiasm she showed earlier, she wasn't as confident with her words. It was unsure if she actually did approve of her son with another man. She didn't even know this boy, but the only way to get to know him would be to play it soft, and to play it nice.
"Mikel." Sylvie called from across the table. "Tell us about your family."
Theo glanced at Mikel. Normally Sylvie sits next to her brother, but today she decided to let the boys sit together, much to Theodore's dismay. Instead Sylvie sat in Melinda's seat next to her Mother, peering at Mikel over her food.
Melinda had taken breakfast to her room, as did Ariana; it really was too early for her.
"Well um, I live alone." Mikel did his best to eat whatever was giv
