<.Lumina Spring.>
The tense fight between Matthew and Vincent would never reach Ruediger's ears. He was standing in the kitchen, sleeves rolled up and the apron on. The muted light of the sunset streamed through the windows.
A pot of tom kha ghai, or Thai coconut chicken soup, simmered on the stove. The tangy scent of the coconut milk mixed with lemongrass and ginger wafted in the air.
Glancing at the wall clock, Ruediger saw the needles point to five. Being late autumn, the sun would disappear below the horizon soon.
'She said she's on her way now.'
Ruediger recalled Lariette's texts from a few hours ago. She told him not to pick her up from school today, saying she had to stay longer and she would see him at home.
[Lettie: I might go back at five, has work to do. No need to pick me up today]
[Lettie: I can't wait to see what you'll make for dinner :)]
