I smiled awkwardly, saying, "How could that be, Dad? I’m here to see you now, aren’t I?”

Ardie, who was holding the basket of fruit, chimed in. "These are some fruit she bought for you from Foswood."

"We picked those from the orchard in Pleca Park last night." I quickly added, "Ava personally picked them for you."

"Oh?" Archie looked delighted. "Get them to wash this for me, I'll try them. Is that mischievous little girl doing alright?"

"She's doing great. I'll bring her to see you next time