A Blessing Interrupted

"My mother's palate differs from the rest of our family; she prefers lighter fare, but the local cuisine in Silverlake tends to be heavier."

"That's why she took to cooking. When I was little and she was in the kitchen, I'd always tag along to lend a hand."

"I suppose I picked it up after seeing it done so often." Cassian commented as Viviana served herself half a bowl of rice.

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