Chapter 16

Callie slept soundly during her first night in Zephyria. It was already 10 am by the time she woke up. Callie stretched her arms and let out a yawn. There were sounds of someone knocking on the door just then. "Callie, are you awake? Mommy made meatballs, and I cooked them for you. You should hurry and try them!" Callie responded in acknowledgment. Then, she quickly washed herself and went downstairs. She had just sat down next to the dining table when Jodie scooped a meatball and held it out in Callie's direction. Her eyes twinkled with expectation. Callie felt like teasing her. She purposely chewed the meatball with a frown on her forehead. The young girl scrunched up her face as well. Callie found Jodie's expression extremely amusing. She pulled her into a tight embrace. Her voice rang with amazement. "Did you cook the meatballs, Jodie? They are delicious! I'll leave you in charge of cooking my meatballs from now on!" Jodie's face broke into a smile. "I'll be in charge of c