Tonia stood stiff at the doorway, staring at the strange woman who had just arrived. Before she could even ask who she was, Captain Smith’s voice came from inside.
“Who’s at the door, Tonia?”
Seconds later, he appeared in the living room. His steps slowed when his eyes landed on Camila.
“Oh… you’re back.”
Tonia moved aside politely, letting Camila step inside. She walked in with her luggage. Her eyes went around the house, scanning everything like she wanted to uncover secrets. She studied Tonia from head to toe, then turned her eyes to the little boy sitting on the couch. He was still glued to his cartoon, kicking his legs on the sofa.
Tonia bent down and said with a gentle voice, “It’s past your sleeping time, son. Come, mummy will tuck you in.”
The boy ran into her arms happily, a
