Gratin

Scarlett needed to get her mind off of things. Despite the fact that there were maids and servants in Chris Montgomery’s mansion, she went into the kitchen with the idea of fixing a meal for her and Ryke. The latter couldn’t return to the office for the day but he decided to work in the living room. Scarlett had shown him his schedules and all the meetings he’d need to attend in visio. Now, she could vacate to other occupation. She checked the pantries and the fridge, picking out items for a chicken gratin. She wasn’t a master at cooking but that was one of the dishes she never failed. Plus, Ryke loved it. Using her hands to wash the ingredients and dice up the potatoes was fun and a great occupation. Yet, she still had many thoughts in her mind. Scarlett trapped her lips between her teeth, knowing that she’d never been more determined to preserve her happiness than right now. No matter what Megan had planned for her, she’d be ready to face it. In fact, she wouldn’t stop at anything to