World Domination System

173. A Deep Connection

In the cozy comfort of their home, Leonard sat in the living room, engrossed in a book, as the soft glow of the evening sun filtered through the curtains. The scent of his mother's homemade apple pie wafted from the kitchen, making the atmosphere even more inviting. Leonard's mother, Helene, had been bustling around the house, tending to various chores.

Suddenly, the familiar ringtone of her cell phone pierced the air. Helene hurriedly reached for her phone, and her face lit up with surprise and delight as she saw the caller ID. It was Elsie whom she hadn't heard from in a long time. Her heart leaped with joy as she answered the call.

"Hello?" Helene exclaimed, her voice tinged with excitement and warmth.

"Helene, it's me, Elsie!" came the cheerful voice from the other end.

Leonard, who had been vaguely aware of his mother's phone call, now looked up from his book, his curiosity piqued by the emotion in Helene's voice.

"Elsie!" Helene exclaimed once more, her happiness overflowing. "I