Baird had to go out for something at noon today. Thus, there were only Rita and Renee at the dining table. Renee asked her, "Why didn't Ricki come back for lunch?"

"She's eating at school," Rita replied.

Baird had his unique perspective on parenting; he would not allow any spoiled behaviors, be it from a boy or a girl.

He believed that both boys and girls should be independent and self-reliant!

Initially, Ricki used to create a fuss about returning home when she first started school. However, over time, she had become accustomed to Baird's way.

At the lunch table, Rita glanced at Renee's belly, which didn't look significantly different...