40. Poor mommy

              Lily did not respond. She then pulled away and took her son's hand.

"Take a shower first, sweetie. It's past four."           

              Afterward, she smiled at Lisna and Keenan and took Farel to his room. Trying not to be influenced by that remark.

"Mom, the legos aren't finished yet. I fell asleep. So the head hasn't formed yet," Farel whined later.

"Later, dear. Take a shower first and then continue."

              The peck that was the bribe made Lily exhale softly. She sat on the bed with her hands crossed. She looked at Farel who smiled seductively and then took a step to finish his Lego game.

"Only five minutes. I promise," Farel grinned, to which his mom responded with