Chapter 70

The smell of food lingered in the air and the softness of the voice of the waiter was calming. “Your mom?” 

Clary cleared her throat and adjusted herself in the chair before replying, “Her name is Sarah Astoria, I believe she works here as a waiter?” She glanced around once more and added, “ I don’t see her here today, is she okay?” 

The waiter swallowed and a sense of sadness filled his heart. “I think you should talk to our manager,” He told her. 

Clary furrowed her eyebrows and she started to get nervous. Why did she need to talk to the manager? “Why? Is everything alright?” 

“I knew that there was something about you but I could not put my hand on it. You look just like her,” The waiter said, and he smiled sadly. “Of course, you’re Sarah’s daughter.” 

“Okay, but why do I need to talk with the manager? Is my mom alright?” 

“What’s your name, dear?” 

Clary gulped and replied, “Clary.” 

“Okay, C