TALES OF FORTNIGHT - THE ODD ONE _CHAPTER -2
A big surprise The door creaked open. Not sure what was going on, I stepped inside. To my surprise, my mom was waiting for me. “Where were you all this while, honey?” she asked. “Oh, mom! I didn’t know you’d be waiting for me! I was just coming home from work, but the bus got delayed,” I replied. “Hmm… well, dinner is ready, so freshen up. I want to see you at the table in fifteen minutes,” she said, with a smile. After freshening up, I realized my bag was still in the living room. When I went to grab it, I saw my mom unpacking it. S he hated rodents, so I quickly took the bag, making sure the box inside was safe. “Mom, I can do it myself. It’s fine,” I said, hoping she wouldn’t suspect anything. “Okay, Daylla... I’m happy to see you becoming independent,” she said. “Yes, mom. It’s time I learn to be independent. So... what’s for dinner?” “It’s a surprise, darling!” she said excitedly. “Mmm… I smell mushroom salad with cottage cheese. Am I right?” I asked, confident I knew the an...