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Layla and Nolan climbed down the stairs with Nolan in his arms. She was fully dressed for school.

“Noelle, what took you so long?" Keisha's daughter, Kira asked the moment she saw Noelle.

Noelle shrugged. "I was just taking my time," she said with a grin.

" How are you, Malcolm?” Layla asked Malcolm who was patiently waiting for the two girls.

" I'm good. Good morning.. “ he greeted.

" What about you Kira?” She smiled at Kira, who smiled back at her.

" I'm fine Aunt Layla.." she responded.

“Noelle, you should get going. You're already late. You'll have your breakfast in school. I'll send words to your teacher.." Layla informed as Nolan dropped Noelle on the ground as she ran to join her friends.

“Okay Mommy.." she replied.

“Bye, dear. Have fun.." Layla waved, planting a kiss on her forehead.

“I wish I would.." she uttered with sarcasm.

" I love you sweetheart" Layla threw a kiss at her.

“I love you too.." she retorted with a firm face as their Nanny led all of them to the car.

“Bye