She drank a mouthful and felt contented with the aftertaste in her mouth. It tasted really fresh, much better than she had imagined.
“Lucia?” Gabriel asked suddenly.
Hmm? She set the bowl down, puzzled. What else was he trying to say?
“I’m hungry, too, Lucia. Remember to save half the soup for me, okay? The other bowl is for Rainy. Do you want me to fight with her for the soup? An adult must not lie to a child.”
Rainy nodded her head furiously as she continued to eye that bowl of soup on the table. That was for her. Uncle had made her a promise.
Lucia merely held the bowl in her hands. Save the other half for him? However, she had already drunk from the bowl. Would he be able to avoid it?
“Drink, quick. I’m hungry, too.” Gabriel rushed her again. In fact, he was just teasing her. “I’
