Chapter 117

Alessia's POV

I yawned loudly as I made my way to the kitchen. The problem with being the first to wake up in the entire house, is having to find an unusual means to distract yourself and that includes eating breakfast at the wee hour.

I might have stayed back if my water pitcher was still full, but it was down to the last drop. Only then did I realize I was hungry too. Deciding it will be nice to make some pancakes i came down to the kitchen. Putting on the light while ensuring the door is closed tightly, to avoid any form of disturbance.

I tiptoed around the space to get all of the things needed without making any noise. But I heard something like a soft groan and I tried to listen. Nothing came and It seem like my imagination was going wild, but I heard it again. This time l, it was clearer.

Moving towards the door gently. I listened in again, and it was still there. Heading towards the sound, I realized it came from grandpa Gregory's chambers. He occupies the most space in the h