Chapter 406

Grandma always worried about how hard they worked, so she usually prepared hearty meals for them-rich, comforting dishes meant to fill them up after a long day. But after a while, even the best comfort food can start to feel heavy.

That's why, every now and then, switching things up with a lighter meal was a welcome change, and Lyman actually enjoyed it.

He said, "Next time I know Grandma's out at church for prayers, I'll get home early and cook dinner."

Effie replied, "No worries. If you're free, you cook; if I'm free, I'll cook. No need to make it anyone's job."

"Alright," Lyman agreed.

"This is really good," he said to Effie with a smile.

Effie knew her own cooking skills and felt a little embarrassed. "This is about as

good as I get, but if you actually like my food, I'll try to learn more."

Lyman shook his head. “You don't have to. It's already great. Everyone has things they're good at. You don't have to be perfect at everything."

Effie nodded. "Mm."

When they finished eating, Lyman started clearing the plates.

do it," Effie

dishes. Besides, it's just loading the dishwasher-won't take

pick out a

"Sounds good."

have let them use the dishwasher. Like many older folks, she was

dishes, Effie began browsing for

should we watch?" she

rang. She glanced

not suspecting a

early sleeper and an early riser; it was

voice, there was only the sound

frowned, thinking she

ID. Just as she was about to ask again,

chillingly familiar voice cameget

the line. "Effie. It's

froze, grip tightening

could speak, Mitchell continued, "You're a smart woman. I'm

figured out by now-your grandmother is

want?" Effie's words came

disturbingly light. "Lyman's with you,

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