The next day.
The rain had cleared, leaving bright skies.
Elena had the day off, so she got up early.
She cleaned the bedroom and living room first, then went into the kitchen to make breakfast for Mia.
Mia woke up to the smell, rubbing her eyes as she poked her head out of her room. “Elena, I haven’t had your egg fried rice in forever!”
Elena smiled gently. “I’ve been busy lately. Once Aiden’s condition stabilizes, I’ll cook for you every day.”
“Oh, I’d feel bad about that.”
Mia yawned as she walked out. Seeing Elena neatly packing a lunchbox into an insulated bag, she knew she was heading to the hospital.
“I’ll clean the kitchen. Just stay at the hospital today and spend time with your kid.”
Elena nodded, then remembered something. “There’s some pickled vegetables in the fridge.
