Chapter 83

He pushes me lightly, giving courage to my slow legs. Wanda appears with a smile on her face, satisfied with what she did with the other children who went up to the rooms.

“You are here! "She catches the baby, taking care of her huge nails. “Thank you, Nail.

Wanda leaves as quickly as she arrived, involving the baby with all the experience of an aunt. Finally, I sigh relieved. When I turn to Henry, he's smiling. The dimples giving the air of grace for the first time tonight.

"What are you smiling at?

He tries to hide his smile, but can only make it even bigger. "You'll be a terrible mother.

I cross my arms. "I won't have children.

He just laughs, guiding me to the center of the living room, in front of the armchairs and next to the fireplace. I can see Candice and Charlie laughing and leaning against the cake table, picking up sweets and more sweets, keeping them in their pockets or eating them right there. A sof