Chapter 307

Maybe it was the argument the night before, or maybe it was finally letting go of the resentment she'd carried for years-whatever the reason, Claire slept better that night than she had in nearly eight years. She drifted off easily, not even a dream disturbing her rest.

Dawn was just barely breaking when Claire woke, feeling lighter than she had in ages.

After a quick wash, she made her way downstairs, her steps brisk and almost buoyant.

The moment she entered the kitchen, Claire spotted May bustling about, an apron tied around her waist.

Hearing footsteps, May turned and, catching sight of Claire, looked genuinely surprised. "Goodness, Claire, you're up so early! Are you hungry? Let me whip something up for you."

Claire shook her head. "I'm not hungry, May. I just wanted to make breakfast myself for Mr. Foster and Grandma. I feel like it's the least I can do while I'm staying here."

May laughed, waving her off. "Oh, there's no need for that! I'll have breakfast ready in no time. Go on, the kitchen is all smoke and grease."

usher her out, but Claire clung to her arm, grinning playfully. "Please, May? Mr. Foster and Grandma have both been so kind to me. Making them breakfast is the only way I know

her head against May's shoulder, her voice soft and affectionate. "Will you teach me how to make that simple noodle breakfast? Yours is always the best

right, all right. I'll show you. I'm

knew you'd

her spirits high and May's pride glowing, the two of them set to work

perfectly arranged in a white porcelain bowl, topped with a golden fried egg, sprinkled with fresh green onions and parsley, and finished with just a touch of aromatic oil. The sight

Aberdeen, and Grace wandered

beamed. "Mr. Foster, Mrs. Foster, you have to try this-Claire made breakfast for you

exchanged fond glances

Aberdeen gushed, her smile stretching ear to ear. "I

"Absolutely! They smell amazing-I bet they taste even better. With skills like this, Claire, you could open your

noodles, and honestly, I think she

such

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