Drabble 9:
Violeta placed dinner on the table and then retreated to the kitchen.
For once, Buck and Manolito wished they could join her.
An uncomfortable silence followed Grace as all four started eating, though Victoria mostly picked at her food.
Buck finally broke the quiet. "John, what's the water situation?"
"Low. But it'll do."
"Good, real good."
Silence returned. John glanced under his brow across the red and white cloth. Her eyes were affixed on her plate.
Mano tried. "The bay mare went into the stable today. She'll be foaling any time now."
John replied, "Good."
Victoria fled from the table.
~HC~
Author's Notes: Violeta was present in a few episodes of Season 2 including "Ten Little Indians," but she was referenced in other episodes without being seen. She was not present in Season 3 during Don Sebastian's visit since Victoria complained about not having any help when her father told her to have the servants do something. Here, I've assumed she was away for a while but has returned by this time.
Thanks to Nillis82 for the new review and to everyone who's reading the story. The reason for the lovers' quarrel will be revealed in a few more chapters. I promise!