It was already past noon when we had finished touring the last school. The school was located near where Petra lived, and it reminded me of how worried she had been when I was in Zenon.
She had not urged us to return so that we would not feel pressured. Now that we were back, it only seemed proper for us to put her at ease.
Thus, I suggested, "Why don't we have dinner at Petra's house tonight?"
Theo agreed since he did not have any other plans, and Munchkin bounced with joy when he heard we were going to visit Petra.
I had thought the hot afternoon sun would tire him out, but it turned out that I had still underestimated how much energy young children had.
Petra was astonished when she heard we were coming to visit. "I'll buy Munchkin's favorite sea bass from the farmers market now!"
"There's no need for all that trouble, Mom. It's still early. Just get the servant to buy it. We'll be arriving soon. You should spend time with Munchkin while he's there."
"You're right, you're right." Petra sounded like she was delirious with happiness.
"Alright then. I won't go anywhere. I'll stay at home and wait for you guys. Drive safe.”
Her joy caused her to start chattering away again.
"Okay, Mom. Just stay put and wait for us at home," I urged, worried that she would get overexcited.
"Don't worry."
The car soon pulled to a stop in front of the Louis household, and Petra could be seen coming out of the mansion.
Although already a senior, she still jogged over to us.
The minute the car was at a complete stop, Munchkin immediately opened the door and bounded out of the car so he could dash over to Petra.
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