CHAPTER 114
CLARA’S POV
I rushed down the stairs in a frenzy.
Nico was already dressed up for school, sitting at the dining table, stuffing his mouth with pancakes. Pancakes? Who was preparing pancakes? The smell of cinnamon flowed into my nostrils and in my confusion and sudden panic, I recalled that Ruby had spent the night here. I heaved a deep sigh of relief.
“Hey mom!” Nico’s muffled voice came as he continued to chew. He had an excited look in his eyes. Clearly enjoyed Ruby’s cooking more than her lullabies.
I crossed the room to the table and planted a kiss on his forehead, “Don’t talk while eating, Nico,” I said softly, “you woke up pretty early to get prepared.” I glanced at the wall clock, “you and Ruby. Eat your food, Nico.”
I walked into the kitchen to find Ruby taking of
