Chapter94: Chapter 94

Chapter 94: Morning After CELESTE "I can see that," I said, smiling at the scene. Xenois at the stove, actually cooking breakfast for our children, looking comfortable and natural in this domestic setting. "Looks delicious." "Coffee's fresh," Xenois said, gesturing to the pot. "I figured we could all have breakfast together before heading to the hospital." "We're going to meet Tommy today!" Troy announced. "Dad said we can visit him if he's feeling up to it." "That's right," I confirmed, pouring myself coffee. "Though we need to be prepared that he might still be tired or in pain. Gunshot wounds aren't like what you see in movies—they take time to heal." "Was it scary?" Soren asked, his eyes wide. "Getting shot?" "I imagine it was very scary," I said carefully. "Which is why we're going to be gentle and kind when we see him, okay? No overwhelming him with questions." All three boys nodded solemnly, understanding that this was serious. Xenois brought over a plate of pancakes for me, pre