The Aurelia who used to never speak and think unless necessary, was suddenly given the key to her own mind. It was like giving a thoughtless child a stash of money.
It wouldn't lead to anything good.
Stella came back from school and ran into the house as if her shoes had wheels. Throwing away the backpack and changing her shoes, she then ran into the dining hall with a huge grin on her face.
The moment she entered the hall thought, her speed decreased and the unrestrained grin on her face turned into a shy, small smile.
"Mummy!" Stella shouted and went to bury her face into Loraine's arms.
Lunch was about to be served when Stella came back from school like a ball of hurricane bursting with energy. She was quickly sent back to freshen up and made to join everyone to eat together.
