I sit quietly at the table, slowly rocking the stroller back and forth while avoiding eye contact with anyone. The diner had already mostly emptied, im not sure if it was due to baby Robin's screaming or for my mere presence here. Ive been waiting for my coffee and sandwich for a while now, but i know Granny wouldn't rush around to serve me breakfast after what i have done, so i just wait. I always wait.
7.30 every single morning i arrive and wait. 7.45 is when she arrives. No earlier, no later. 7.44.. the bell on Granny's door sounds. Belle. She's here. My back is facing the door but i don't need to look to know its her, she's like a beacon of light and knowledge, i feel her everywhere. I turn my head, she normally goes straight to the counter to retrieve her pre-ordered tea and toast from Granny, but this time she's coming straight to me. Her face seems strained and full of sorrow, what has Rumple done this time?
