34 Preparing the Picnic Lunch

Leo looks at the message but doesn't bother replying. 'There is nothing he can help with at this time but I do appreciate that he took the time to message me.' He moves the hair that had fallen over her eyes and sits there running his right hand through her hair. "I hope that when you awaken, you are able to be calm. I know this is hard on you." He whispers this.

Julie walked into the kitchen. "Kitty is resting now. What can I do to help you, my love?" She washes her hands then stands next to him.

"I am glad that she is doing well. She is important to everyone here. I feel bad that there is nothing really that we can do for her other than making her lunch. Do you think she will be able to handle the loss?" He looks up at her sadly. "I am preparing the sweet treats. Do you mind starting on the sandwiches?"

Julie sighs, "that girl is so kind hearted I am sure that the loss will hurt her deeply but she has a little one to look forward to. The clan may get separated but we are always united through her. I am sure she will recover but she will need time." Julie picks up the veggies for the sandwiches and washes them before cutting them. "I am sure that everything will be as it should be." She starts to prep the sandwiches.

"Yes, I am sure that you are right, my dear." He places the tray with all sorts of goodies in the oven. 'I think that shall be enough sweet treats for the three of them. I really hope Kitty will be able to get through this.'

Will checks his phone. ~Yes, of course, my sweet I will pass your number along. Try to not stay up too late and when I come home we shall see if maybe we can go over to Leo's place. So that you can see Kitty again. I have lots of work to do. I will message you when I can. I love you dear.~ "Do you have a phone?" He pulls out a notebook and writes down Sam's number. "Here, this is my fiance's number. She asked me to give it to you. So if you don't mind please be friends with her." Will hands Cindy the piece of paper. "I, unfortunately, have to go back up to my room and check the emails. So I wish you a safe trip." Will waves and turns to leave.

"I do indeed have a phone. Thank you, Will. I will be sure to chat with Sam. She sounds like a wonderful person." She stays in her seat and relaxes. 'What a long trip this is going to be. I think for now I will just sit here and not worry about the unknown. My job is to take care of Kitty and the baby.' She pulls out her phone and adds Sam's number. 'I will message her later.'

Kitty starts to stir and opens her eyes. "W-where am I?" She slowly sits up and looks around until her eyes set on Leo. 'I remember the conversation at the table and then I got up to get away and everything went black.' She looks at Leo. "We didn't leave yet, have we?"

"We're in the van that we will be traveling in. I let you sleep for a bit. We have not left yet and I wouldn't leave without you being able to say your goodbyes." He leaned over and pushed her hair behind her ear. "How do you feel? We are scheduled to leave soon."

She smiles at him then rest her head on Leo's shoulder. "I'm good. I was just really shocked about what happened. Sorry that I worried you, darling. If we are scheduled to leave soon that must mean lunch will be done soon and we'll be on our long drive to our new home." She rubs her belly while smiling.

He holds her hand, "it's alright. It can not be easy for you. Will you be okay while I am away? I wish I could stay home with you and help you settle in. I will get Luke to help you move your books and everything else you grabbed. He will be there to help you out." He smiles thinking about the kid.