Chapter 47

Zayden went out of his bathroom as he finished taking a bath, and as he faced his reflection in the mirror, he couldn’t help but question himself if he still knew himself.

After a few minutes, he was already dressed and ready to go to work. He moved towards the door, and as he did, the aroma of what his mother was cooking filled the air.

Zenee, who was already up early, was in the kitchen, probably preparing a packed lunch again for Zayden. As she felt Zayden coming near him, she turned to face him.

“Good morning, Zay, my son…” Zenee greeted, trying to offer a small, reassuring smile.

“Morning, Mom,” Zayden replied, and Zenee could feel that his energy was still not normal… that he was still cold towards her.

Zenee finished packing the lunch and handed it to Zayden, who accepted it with a quiet “thanks.” Their eyes met briefly, and Zayden once again flashed a small timid smile. Zenee flashed a smile too, but hers was full of hope that soon enough, Zay