Ethan, Jordan, and Mark followed Jessica from behind. The wooden boards creaked under their feet. They could hear birds chirping nearby.
The air had a light smell of blooming flowers from the small garden in front.
Jessica took a moment before opening the door. She turned to the others and smiled warmly, though a bit nervously. "Are you guys ready to meet my mom?"
Jordan nodded with excitement. "Yes! If the food is as good as you said, I'm more than ready."
Jessica chuckled and opened the door with her key. The warm smell of fresh bread and roasted chicken came out, making it feel welcoming.
"Mom?" she called. "I'm home."
"Coming," Jessica's mother called.
She smiled as she walked out of the kitchen.
Jessica's mother, Julie Moore was in her forties. Her warm brown eyes lit up when she saw her daughter.
She had brown hair tied back, and her face showed a kind, welcoming expression.
Julie knew how to make people feel at home.
