Kevin Clark hadn't gone to sleep, and was in the study dealing with some matters.
When he heard the sound of the door of the master bedroom opening, he thought that Daisy Zane had come out to get some water to drink. But he hadn't heard the sound of her going back.
So he came out to check.
The living room light was not on, Daisy Zane was sitting on the carpet next to the sofa, and a lit candle was placed on the tea table.
The warm yellow candlelight illuminated a small circle, struggling against the darkness. Warm and tranquil.
Hearing the movement, Daisy Zane turned her head and saw Kevin's figure said, "Haven't slept yet?"
"Mm." Kevin replied softly. As he approached, he noticed that Daisy was holding an ash leveler, and there was an incense burner on the tea table, she was leveling the ash inside.
His home clothes looked too big on Daisy Zane, both the pant legs and sleeves were rolled up, making her seem smaller than usual.
