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The Secret

Author: Helen Ene
last update Last Updated: 2024-11-03 23:58:44

“Mummy!” Jenna shouted, running into Ava's room and jumping onto the bed in excitement.

“Oh, God,” Ava groaned, feeling the solid weight of Jenna bounce on top of her.

“Why are you up so early?” Ava asked, rolling onto her back to glance at the ceiling with a sigh.

“It’s way past breakfast, Mom,” Jenna replied, propping her chin on her hands and staring at Ava.

“Really?” Ava mumbled, turning her head to the clock on her nightstand, adding, “Oh, no—school! You're going to be late!”

“No, Mom, there’s no school, remember?” Jenna replied, with a grin.

Ava blinked, her mind scrambling until it hit her—summer classes were over.

“Oh, right,” Ava muttered, brushing back her hair, as she let out a deep sigh.

“Mom, I fell asleep before you came home last night,” Jenna murmured, a slight pout forming on her lips.

“Oh, sweetheart, I got back really late; I’m so sorry.” Ava brushed a tender hand across Jenna’s cheek, adding, “Where’s Jordan?”

“He’s downstairs with Aunt Bella,” Jenna replied.

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