Chapter 9

Kate

I had Gina tag along to the grocery shopping. I can't give a figure for the amount we spent, but it was a lot. Gina and I parted ways afterward. I thought she'd warn me against Dante just like she did the other day, surprisingly, she was quiet. Maybe it had skipped her mind. I hailed a cab back home. I had just dropped from the car when I saw Mr. Arthur driving inside the house. "Aria my dear," I said as I trekked inside and approached them trying to get inside.

"Come give me a hug." I cheered opening my arms for her. She was skeptical at first and even looked at Mr. Arthur. "Go on Aria." He urged.

She made slow advances towards me and hugged my legs. Because she can't reach up to my height. "That's my girl." I pulled away and bent down to her level. "Hope school was fun today?"

She nodded her head. I flashed her a smile. "That's great. Let's go in. I'm sure you're hungry." I took hold of her hand and we walked inside.

I made a simple and fast lunch for her. "Make sure you fi