116. Waiting

"Mama, did you play with Uncle Ed again last night?" Sky inquired as they worked on the secret project in the morning.

Alice's face suddenly stiffened. She had tried not to make a sound last night. Could it be that her self-control was still lacking?

"W-why do you ask that, Honey?"

Sky scratched her neck with the tip of the pencil. "I'm just curious. I slept very soundly. When I woke up, the sun was already shining. I didn't hear anything last night. Did you guys play together?"

Alice blinked awkwardly. "Yes, but only for a moment. Your papa is tired after a long day of work."

"What a pity. Uncle Ed had to work hard. He came home late, but had to leave again early in the morning. But that's a good thing for us, Mama. This project can be done safely." Sky tapped the tip of her pencil against the paper.

Alice smiled seeing that cheerfulness. She kissed her forehead, then went back to scissoring. The atmosphere became silent until Sky whi