Leaps (Part 2)

A few minutes later, the children's hands were full of snacks they happily munched on. Satisfied with their loot, they finally excused themselves to leave the adults with their own space. 

Bianca smiled and patted the boys' heads (Gururu's head was now semi-bald). "Come back home before midnight."

"Yes, mum!" 

And the little kids scurried away, no doubt intending to explore as many games as they could before their curfew. 

"Ah, kids," Eloi smiled, placing his hands on his hips. Bianca chuckled and looked at him. "How was the trip? Was it very difficult?"

She looked at the bandages he tried to hide, but she saw them anyway. 

"Took forever," he said. "Wanted to see you as soon as I can." 

Bianca blushed a bit and punched his arm, making the big man laugh out loud. Then his jovial face morphed to a serious one. It made the woman's heart skip a beat. "Did you miss me?" 

Bianca's eyes flickered and she looked away.