Two weeks have passed since the Clementines sent Ardent away. I haven't heard a word about him or Ally. Aunt doesn't bring him up, and I’m way too shy to ask.
I finally got to take a real shower after two weeks. It was such a relief. For fourteen days, I felt sticky and smelled like sweat. I feel like a human being again. I'm still not allowed to use the AC, but they let me use an electric fan. I’m also still stuck in pajamas and pants and no shorts allowed yet.
I still don't sleep in the same room as the kids because it's too hot in here, but I get to spend all day with them. I breastfeed them during the day, and at night, Aunt takes over the feedings with the milk I’ve pumped so I can actually get some rest.
I’m starting to feel less awkward around them. It actually feels like I’ve ga
