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Taking far too much advantage of grandma’s generosity.

Luuk

It’s okay.

Luuk

I’ll see you tomorrow.

Luuk

In a few hours, that is.

True, but those engines in full speed have other plans.

Me

Would you like to come over?

Me

The kids will be asleep.

Me

And I’ll stay awake, I promise! 😀

Luuk

Are you sure?

Me

That Hibiki is feeling lonely…

Luuk

How long?

Me

20?

Luuk

Make it 30.

Luuk

I want you to cycle safely. 😉

Luuk

See you soon! x

This is probably the fastest I’ve ever cycled, except for that time they called from the kids’ school last year, because Ada had hit her head against the railing and needed stitches. It’s probably the reason I got some of my first white hairs too, but that’s hardly a worry. Right now, I’m grateful for my life and counting down the fifteen minutes of my ride through the quiet city, my cheeks flushed when I walk through the door, panting.

‘Hey, baby, you didn’t have to hurry on my account.’ Mom pauses the oldie black-and-white film she was watching.