The prodigal one (finally!) returns [open to Count D and the household]
August had hit the city with a vengeance, making the temperature spike to triple digits and linger above ninety afterward. It was not suitable day for anyone in a delicate condition to go outside, and despite her protests otherwise Ali did fall into that category. So instead of going to the park to read and enjoy the sun, she was stuck indoors.
More specifically, she was in the basement, half asleep on the couch and half watching the television. On a nearby chair, a half-dozen teddy bears kept guard.
More specifically, she was in the basement, half asleep on the couch and half watching the television. On a nearby chair, a half-dozen teddy bears kept guard.