Chapter 20: A Sense of Home
“Here’s what we’ll do,” Amelia said, tightening the belt of her robe and sticking her long brown hair into a messy bun. “I’ll get the components for the spell prepared, and you, little Sylvie, fuel up on chocolate and wine.”
Silvana unwrapped a deliciously fragrant chocolate from the tray, then said, “I can agree to that.”
“Perfect,” Amelia said, marching off. “And Kurt, you can freshen up the wine glass of our guest.”
Kurt winked at Amelia, stood up and chimed, “And I can agree to that. Let’s do this.”
Amelia went to the garden outside and began collecting herbs and plants to be used in the spell. Kurt went to the kitchen and returned with a bottle of blood red wine. He popped the cork and poured Silvana a hefty glass.
“Thanks,” she said.
“You kidding me,” Kurt smirked. “You know you’re practically like my sister.”