The Witch's Ichor

Family Dinner [23]

Natasha carefully hefts the groceries from the passenger seat of her car. Her thoughts wander to what she'll find when she enters the house, and she smirks. She opens the door and steps into the living room. Her ears strain to pick up any sounds.

"I'm home!" She announces loudly

The soft thump of footsteps answers her. Natasha sets the groceries down on the dining table. She glances up to see a very flushed Theo standing with his hands in his pockets. The adorable girl standing just behind him looks vaguely familiar. She is just as flustered as Theo is.

"Hm. Did you use protection?" Natasha asks bluntly.

"Mom! We didn't d-do anything!" Theo stammers.

The girl-who Natasha assumes is Zoe-giggles at his words before gently grabbing him by the hand. Natasha watches curiously as the short dark haired girl whispers something into Theo's ear. Theo's face turns even redder upon hearing her words.

"...Jeez. Correction, we didn't do- well- that." Theo mumbles shyly.

"I see. Well I'm about to get dinner started, so you two can go back to 'whatever' it was you were doing." Natasha says casually.

Theo blushes profusely at his mother's phrasing. Zoe perks up upon seeing Natasha preparing various ingredients. She shuffles over to the counter to get a closer look.

"I don't want to impose, but may I help?" Zoe requests politely.

"You aren't imposing at all, sweetie." Natasha laughs.

Zoe gives her a relieved smile.

"Theo, I think this one might be a keeper." Natasha winks at her son.

"M-Mom it's just the first date!" Theo whines.

Natasha and Zoe share a giggle at Theo's expense. Natasha grabs an array of utensils and dishes from the cabinets. She points to a box sitting on the counter, addressing Zoe.

"Zoe, could you put the garlic bread in the oven?" Natasha asks.

"Yes Ma'am!" Zoe replies enthusiastically.

Zoe quickly starts reading the instructions on the box. Natasha busies herself by filling a pot with water. The pair of them are so engrossed in their activities they don't notice Theo awkwardly standing in the living room.

"I-I'll just watch some TV while you two do that..." Theo announces awkwardly.

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Theo moves into the living room whilst the girls enjoy themselves in the kitchen. It feels a bit strange to see Zoe so engrossed in cooking, but Theo knows that's mostly his fault. He turns on the television. It hardly manages to retain his attention.

This is so boring compared to- well, to her.

His phone buzzes. He sighs softly, checking the notification. It's a message in the boy-only group chat.

Derek: How's the date, Theodore?

Theo: Amazing. I don't know where I would even start

Jamison: Honestly idk if I want to hear about it

Derek: Oh loosen up Jamison, it's not like you won't have a turn

Jamison: Now that just sounds wrong. Zoe's a person, not a toy.

Derek: Sorry, came out wrong

Theo: I think I should only share details after making sure its okay with Zoe

Theo: All I'll say is her lips are way softer than I expected

Derek: Damn

Theo's thoughts wander back to that kiss. The way he pinned Zoe beneath him was exhilarating, and her equally passionate touch was more than he ever expected. He blushes softly.