Alette had been delighted to hear from Astoria and was more then happy to have her come by. It was only right after Astoria had invited her over to her home. Alette should do the same in return. She laid out some tea and a few small snacks, just to have something available. Her aunt was out, despite the school being closed for the summer holiday there was always something for her to do.
When she heard the bell, Alette looked around the front sitting room one last time to make sure everything looked well before she went to the door and opened it. "Astoria! Welcome," she said after opening the door and stepping aside. "Come in, please."