Anastasia's POV

I walked into the kitchen, the intoxicating aroma of coffee and spices filled the kitchen and the air. Mia, greated me with a smile as she busied her self and continued with the meal preparation.

"Good morning, Mrs Scarlet." she asked smiling while making coffee.

I returned her greeting genuinely interested in her well being. "Good morning, Mia. How was your night?" I asked with a friendly tone, leaning against the counter in the middle of the kitchen.

Mia eyes lit up with fondness as she shared, "Oh, Mrs Scarlet, it was wonderful! Thanks for inviting me to spend the night with you. It was such a delightful...