Chapter 87

After they went on the merry-go-round, the mother-daughter duo proceeded to visit other attractions. Throughout the day, if Daphne or Ellie came across something they liked, they'd purchase it and hand it over to Herkoen for safekeeping. After this went on for a while, Herkoen gave up and did as Daphne asked. Ellie and Daphne were having a blast. The amusement park was as big as Herkoen claimed it was. It took one full day for them to go on all the rides. However, a child's interest was often short-lived. After being asked what she wanted to try next countless times, Ellie shook her head. "I'm tired, Mommy! I'm also very sleepy," she wailed. Herkoen used the opportunity to interject. "I think it's time for us to go home," he said. Daphne checked the time and realized that it was already 5:00 pm. Herkoen was right—it was time to head back. She picked Ellie up and said, "It's okay. You can take a nap if you want." Before they could exit the amusement park, Daphne's arms beg