"Yeah, I suppose so," replied Stephen, thoughtfully. He noticed the plate of eggs and six slices of bacon waiting on the counter just for him.

"So what's the occasion?" She asked, giving him a sideways glance.

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"Um, nothing in particular. Just off to a good start today," he replied, smiling.

"Well, I wish more days were like this one. It's like seeing the old Stephen here in my kitchen again. I love it!"

Stephen chuckled nervously, remembering the fear he had when he thought he would be discovered with Grace. While he didn't doubt that his mother would welcome the development of him finding a girlfriend, going about bringing her up was another matter. He wanted to do it in the best way, one that he hoped wouldn't completely shock his mother, but also that introduced Grace in the best possible light. It was something he wanted to think about more. Yet, the thought of taking that step with Grace brought another smile to his lips.

"h.e.l.lo? Earth to Stephen?" His mother asked, getting his attention once more.

"Oh, sorry, Mom! Just... thinking," he said, while still wearing his smile.

"What are you thinking about? Is it something... or someone?" She asked, with a glint in her eyes.

Stephen turned red in the face almost immediately, "Oh, nothing. It's nothing, just thinking about.. work tonight." There was no way she was going to believe that.

"Work? Is that right?" She asked, wearing a grin. "Is there someone at work that you are looking forward to seeing?"

"Mom," he groaned, shaking his head.

"Okay, okay, just asking! I know you'll tell me in time," she laughed, before changing the subject. "When will you be home tonight?"

"I'm closing tonight, so after ten," he replied, grabbing a fork for his eggs.