"Mommy, you've already made your decision, so why are you asking us? What else is there to say?"
"No other reason."
Sophia was only asking for their input symbolically; she had no intention of changing her plan.
"Then isn't it a bit unnecessary for you to ask?"
"Mommy just wanted to hear your opinions, but I can always choose to ignore them."
After talking in circles, there was no effect; she had already made up her mind.
Sophia pulled out her phone and called Harper, speaking in secret to her without the kids knowing.
That evening, when Lucas returned, he was surprised to find a grand feast waiting for him.
"Mrs. Wilson, why so much food?"
