Although she knew he will be back on Monday, Ella was still surprised when he showed up by mid-day.
“Did you just arrive?” She asked as he pulled her in an embrace and kissed her forehead.
“Yeah. Are you ready to go?”
Ella looked him over. “Have you eaten? We’re just about to have lunch. Let’s eat first.”
She pulled him inside and Dave greeted her aunt.
“How was it? Did it go well?” The older woman asked as she added another set of utensils on the table.
“It went well. Thank you.” Dave smiled as he took a seat.
They chatted a bit while having a meal. He mainly updated them about what’s going on in the farm and what Ella’s family is usually busy with.
“Not much has changed, then.” Ella commented after a while, lightly smiling.
“Is it always like that?” He was curious.
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