Jessie's only concern as she descended the stairs was to avoid talking about birthdays or anything else. She only intended to enjoy a nice meal next to Din, after which the rest of the evening would be history.
"Good evening, family." She walked up to the dining room table. She was unable to bring herself to make Din's smile disappear as he gazed at her with such adoration. "Abby, it smells so good."
"Thank you, Jessie." Abby spoke up as Jessie walked over to the chair to take a seat.
When she looked at Din, she realized that if she kept grinning, things would get uncomfortable. Her throat was cleared. "I didn't see you all afternoon."
