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30: Questions, Sisters, and Secrets

last update 최신 업데이트: 2025-09-27 02:19:06

Arielle’s POV

I stood in front of the door with my heart thudding in my chest. I wasn’t sure if Mom was at work or not. After her phone call, I knew she’d still want to corner me, press me, and see if I was really telling the truth.

I sucked in a deep breath, held it for a moment, and exhaled slowly. Then I reached for the doorknob.

When I pushed the door open, the house was quiet—too quiet. Not a single sound drifted from the kitchen or the living room. It was as if no one was home.

I stepped inside carefully, my eyes sweeping around.

“He…hello?” I called softly.

“Arielle!” Soraya’s voice rang out, loud and cheerful, as she hurried down the stairs.

I quickly plastered on a smile, even though my insides twisted. I had secretly hoped it would just be Cassian here. But seeing Soraya bounding toward me, all energy and excitement, made things less…convenient.

“Hey, sis,” I said, waving awkwardly.

She stopped right in front of me, her eyes sparkling, her lips stretched in a grin. She didn’
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