Raven went downstairs, ready to leave. She would go home after having her coffee. She saw a strangely happy Ralph sitting at the kitchen stool with a chirpy Jane, laughing away, "I'll think of something, don't worry Jane. First let me talk to those two," said Ralph with a chuckle. 

'What were they talking about?' Thought Raven. She went to get her coffee. "Good morning, Jane, " she greeted her. Immediately their attention turned toward her and Jane smiled at her warmly.

"Good morning, Raven, " she answered, as she prepared the batter for pancakes. 

"Do you need help?" offered Raven trying to distract herself from Ralph's unwavering, hot gaze...