—𝑨𝑺𝑯𝑪𝑹𝑶𝑭𝑻.

probably. but don't lie to me, i know when you do.

how many coffees have you had already?

( now that brings a smile to her face. grace laughs, reciprocating the shake. ) that's great! ah, when you come back.. we could order take out, and continue watching sheldon. o—-, only if you want to, i mean. 😒*

( pulling away. grace lifts up her pinkie. ) you promise. you said that last time, and ended up back at 𝑡𝑒𝑛..

ugh, who do you take me for? ( mama's girl. she's still soaking up the affection, bashful. ) of course i did. are you.. coming back home late tonight, again?

you'll miss havin' time for sleep when you're myyy age.. ( mumbled mockery, though playful in nature. she hugs alyssa's free arm. )

( teenage eye roll. ) sounds unfair. how else should i pull all nighters? ( mumble... )

and you tell me not to drink so much when it's late.. 😒☕️* ( passing her a mug, anyway. )

⠀ 𝓝othing is quite as haunting as nostalgia for a life that once felt like home, but can never be returned to. ⠀