Chapter 86

“Lunchtime again,” Martha mused, as the kitchen hummed with a rhythm of its own. Her cheeks glowed rosy in response to the stove's heat as she pivoted towards Helen, cradling a tray laden with steaming dishes.

“Helen, take this to Leo’s—” she began, but was suddenly cut off by two eager voices.

“I’ll do it!” Evie and Becca said together, their eyes meeting.

Martha's gaze settled on Evie, her expre