Chapter 65: A Treat

Anya entered the dining room, greeted by the warm aroma of freshly brewed coffee and the sound of her family’s chatter. Her mother-in-law chatted loudly as usual while her father-in-law replied with a few hums here and there. Daniel sat next to Rodney, deep in conversation. She smiled as she took her seat at the table; this feeling was something she had always yearned for. Since her mother got sick, he had not had the chance to feel this atmosphere.   “Good morning, Anya dear,” Wendy said with a warm smile as she poured Anya a cup of coffee. “How are you feeling today?”   Anya returned the smile, feeling a sense of warmth wash over her at Wendy’s motherly aura. “Good morning, Mrs. Shaw,” she replied. “I’m feeling much better, thank you.”   "What, Mrs. Shaw. Mum.” Wendy Corrected.   “Mum,” Anya called to the approval of the rest.   “Dad, grandpa,” Wendy guided her, gesturing to Mr. Shaw and Old Master Rhodes.   Anya’s ears turned red under their expectant gaze as she also ca