Chloe's mouth opened and closed like a fish out of water. "Mum... what are you doing here?" she finally managed to ask, her voice trembling with shock and a hint of panic.

Angela's eyes sparkled with warmth, completely oblivious to the storm brewing around Chloe. "What kind of question is that? Are you not supposed to welcome your mother? Are you not happy to see me?" She stepped inside, setting her luggage down with a confident grace. "I saw what's been happening with Zoe in the news. She is ...