The crisp sound of Rebecca munching on snacks filled the room. Her legs were crossed over each other, and the soft glow of the TV light cast shadows in the room. Mira's voice broke the peaceful atmosphere Rebecca was enjoying.
“Mom, I'm back,” Mira said, sauntering into the living room. Her clicking heels announced her arrival, and Rebecca's hand froze mid-air, a snack hovering near her mouth.
Mira smiled at her mom as she walked up to her on the sofa. “Good day, mom.” She greeted, sitting beside her mom giving her a bear hug, and pecking her cheeks.
“Oh, my darling daughter, I've missed you,” Rebecca said, caressing her daughter's hair as they exchanged pleasantries.
“Where's dad?” Mira asked her mom, her eyes searching everywhere. It was late already; he should have been back from t
