Revenge of the Hideous Lady by Moonlight

A ray of sunlight streamed into the kitchen.

It felt like spring outside the French windows.

The entire world seemed full of life.

Seeing all these early in the morning rejuvenated Xyla Quest as she slowly approached the table just as Sharon Lindt had finished setting it up.

"Good morning, Xyla. You're just in time for breakfast," Sharon immediately said when she saw her.

"Good morning Mom, Dad, and Honey," she greeted before taking a seat directly next to her husband.

"Did you sleep well last night, Xyla?" Sharon asked, gazing affectionately at her when she sat down.

She nodded as she glanced at her family, feeling thankful to have them keeping her company after her father died.

They were very good to her and never made her feel lacking in love.

"Yes, look at how your face is glowing. I knew you'd have slept well. Stan made all your favorites for breakfast today. Have a taste," Sharon told her before placing an egg-and-ham sandwich in front of her. It was only then that she took notice of the food on the table.

Her husband had lovingly prepared some intricate-looking egg-and-ham sandwiches, a fresh salad made from vegetables and fruits, bird's nests with rock sugar and dates, and warm orange-flavored milk.

These were indeed her favorite food.

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up a sandwich and slowly beginning

in return. "You're welcome. Have some more,

She nodded.

bird's nests. "The bird's nests taste great. I added a lot of dates. Try

"I will, Mom."

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Stanley nodded again.

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paid all their attention to Xyla during the meal, completely

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Stanley and Xyla left the house together so

end of spring and the beginning of