Chapter 97: Chapter 97: Friends Or Foes

Mom put on a brave face, but I could tell from the tension in her whole body she was hiking down the same road to worry as me.

It was even more impactful since she just came to a panting halt next to me. I barely stood up and took my bearings when Mom came running down the sidewalk in her black silk nightgown and robe, slippered feet slapping on the pavement as she practically flew the block from our house to the center of the park while I stood there and watched her.

She looked me up and down, a strained smile on her face. "Early breakfast?"

I knew she was trying to keep it light but I wasn't so sure I could go there with her.

I followed Mom back to the house, wincing as my bare soles met asphalt, wondering how I managed to make it the whole night without hurting myself. My feet were plenty dirty so I knew my demon hadn't just sat around. But at least she took good care of us while she was in charge.

She mumbled something in her sleep and radiated her satisfaction.