Ergon's Loyalty

Valeria was at home as usual, thinking about everything that happened a week ago. The joy of knowing her mother was safe. She had wanted to tell Ergon about her mom and ask for permission from him so she could visit her again, but then, owing to the situation on the ground, she was afraid to do so.

She was gradually noticing the loopholes in their relationship. Things were beginning not to add up to make a single sense, starting from the day she saw him at the mall, to the lady named Shiella, and now to her mom. There were instances that seemed really suspicious. She wished she knew exactly what was going on.

"Ma'am, I'm glad you finally decided to leave the room," the chef said with a smile on his face.

"Don't flatter yourself now, I'm only here because I need to make my son's favourite dish myself today.

"Yes, I know, this is the only reason for which you leave your room. I'm well aware of the fact that Fred enjoys mummy's cooking more. You know, seeing him act that way makes me