Chapter 61 Pleasant Surprise

‘…The physics behind the whip involves the transfer of energy from the person wielding the whip to the tip of the whip,’ Milo lectured, sitting up in bed. ‘When the whip is cracked, the tip of the whip moves faster than the speed of sound, creating a sonic boom that produces a loud cracking sound.’

Alessia could only nod. ‘Sounds fascinating.’

‘It is!’ Milo’s eyes glinted brightly. ‘I wonder what material they used to make the whip. Must be something flexible. Maybe leather. Or nylon.’

Alessia promised she’d look into it.

It was half past eleven when Milo finally went to sleep.

Alessia washed up and climbed into bed.

She slept in, since the next day was Sunday.

She woke up, made breakfast for Milo and Veronica, and decided they could all use some fresh air.

They headed to the park, where the laughter of children and the chirping of birds filled the air.

Alessia watched Milo run towards the swings, his giggles infectious.

She couldn’t help but smile as she pushed him on the swing.

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