"Coming," a soft voice announced and a moment later, the door was opened. A young woman stuck her head out and smiled when she saw Claire. "Mrs. Blakely, you are here. Please come in and have a seat."

“Hey, Shirley, you finished school early today? Are you doing Laundry?"

As Claire walked in, she saw the working washing machine, which prompted her question. She sat down on the sofa and looked at Shirley with a smile.

While pouring water for Claire, Shirley replied, "There is only one class this afternoon, so I came back to clean the house. Have some water, please."

"Thanks. I'm not thirsty yet. How is your father doing now?"