Their backyard was not that big, except for the plain grass there wasn't anything much around, and it felt crowded as Hera made her way to a nearby table. She walked on the grey carpets spread on the lush green grass. A fire pit added to the yard kept the air warm and comforting in the chilly evening.
She took a seat at one of the six tables. It was small and round-shaped with three chairs. As she bent to pull the chair, her long ponytail fell forward, creating a brown puddle on the white table. She threw her hair over her shoulder and noticed the youngsters occupying other tables. Danny was sitting among them and made sure that no one dared to look at her way.
Hera wanted to go to her brother to ask about Abby as she was nowhere in sight but decided against it. She thought better to avoid him. Liezel came to her with a big plate and served the food with a smile on her face. Hera thanked her and returned the smile. It was all for the show, she knew.
