Chapter 61

Due to Teresa's delayed return, everyone at the Sutton residence had decided to put off their dinner as well. They all sat around the dinner table with a harmonious atmosphere surrounding them. Melinda sat between Teresa and Wendy, who constantly spooned food onto her plate. She was smiling so hard that her cheeks hurt. She licked her fingers, both excited and uneasy. "Our Independence Day performance is tomorrow, Mommy and Aunt Teresa! I'm so excited and nervous." Teresa smiled faintly at Melinda, but her heart felt heavy. Wendy said softly to Melinda, "Your aunt and I will both be there tomorrow, so don't be scared and just perform as usual. It'd be wonderful if you could get a well-done sticker from the teachers, but you'll still be our greatest Mellie even without it." Melinda laughed happily, filled with anticipation. Then, a thought occurred to her, and she turned to look worriedly at Teresa. "Will things really be alright tomorrow, Aunt Teresa?" She'd asked Teresa this q