Chapter 39: When It Comes To Someone You Love
The old woman Adela called Mama appeared to be in her 70s. But looking at her, one could tell where Adela inherited some of her traits.
A gentle expression was plastered on her face.
"Would you like the usual," she offered under a soft voice.
Adela's lips curved into a small smile. "Yes, please."
Adela's mother gave her a slight nod, inviting Adela inside the residence.
The big house's interior design very much reflected the picturesque traditional filipino architectural style—having most of the materials that make up the house made of wood with intricate art carved into them, giving the home more character on top of being a rather cozy place.
Adela found herself in the living room, the cold of the wooden floor hugged the soles of her feet and so did the refreshing wind coming from all open windows surrounding the place.
The brunette sat on one of the wooden chairs just as the old lady entered the living room, two mugs of hot cocoa with each hand.
"Here you go," said the old lady in a soft voice as she placed the mug of hot cocoa in front of Adela.
"Thank you, Mama," Adela responded gratefully before taking a sip, a contented sigh escaping her lips.
Mama took her own seat across the table. She gazed at Adela as if studying her daughter.