Unspoken Intentions

Lily nodded. "OK. My mom also said that I couldn't accept Uncle Gideon's gifts."

"Did your mom say that you could accept my gifts?" Declan asked softly.

Valerie coughed quietly and pushed a bowl of seafood porridge to Lily. "Lily, have some porridge first."

Lily's attention was immediately drawn to Valerie. After saying okay in a crisp voice, she leaned over slightly and took a small spoon from Va