Odd Pairings (Part 2)

"Well, I can teach you, if you don't mind." Elina offered Ripha a clean apron.

"I hoped you would say that." Menadion replied while putting the apron on. "I'm in desperate need of cooking lessons. I want to learn how to prepare all of Epphy's favorite foods and be for her the mother I never was, even before Threin died."

"That's a wonderful idea, Ripha. I'm sure Solus…" Elina put emphasis on the word to correct Menadion without spreading salt on her wounds. "Will love it. I'm more than happy to help you."

"Thanks, Elina." Ripha said and she was sincere.

Getting used to her daughter's new name wasn't easy and it was the first time someone cut her some slack.

"Breakfast is the simplest meal of the day to prepare so it's good practice for a beginner." Elina said. "Raaz needs energy and Kami needs to eat for two so we'll make a few eggs and sausages.