CHAPTER 22

SOPHIA

I nodded as I smiled at Dad, taking up my spoon and I began eating again. Throughout the meal, Dad didn't say a word to me again but he kept staring at me nonchalantly. Whatever it was that he was thinking I didn't have a hint about it, but I guess maybe, he is just happy for me. I have known him way too long, whenever he is excited about something he doesn't seem to show that he is excited and I understand that is because of his age and because he values self-respect and reputation.

I packed all the dishes to the kitchen after we finished eating so I could wash them, Dad and Addy headed back to the sitting room, and I heard Dad talking to Addy. Whatever they were talking about I couldn't hear them even though I tried to eavesdrop. So, I decided to avert my thoughts and focus on the plates I had in the sink for washing.

I finished washing the dishes, and after drying my hands with the towel, I picked up my shirt and wore it on as I buttoned on while leaving the kitchen. I saw