In the soft light of early evening, Sharon returned from her shed where she had been working on orders. The craving for a comforting homemade meal led her to prepare grilled chicken breast marinated in lemon and herbs.
With the savory aroma filling the kitchen, she set the marinated chicken in the oven and decided to take a leisurely shower while it cooked, savoring the anticipation of a well deserved, home cooked delight.
After her shower, she came back to prepare fragrant jasmine rice and steamed broccoli to accompany the chicken.
She didn't hear Adrian's car pull up; what caught her attention was the soft tap on her door.
Her initial thought was that it might be Fannie or a delivery person. However, it was too early for Fannie's return with Thomas, and she had not placed any orders.
