Tense

It was finally time for Maria and the orphanage kids' first opening performance at the expertly renovated Opera House, paid for by the wealthy philanthropist Asmodeus. The skies above were peaceful and clear, leaving no sign of bad omen for what promised to be a glorious day.

Asmodeus greeted his guests as they arrived, then made his way backstage to check on Maria and the children. He was met with an adorable sight - Maria was carefully dressing the kids in their cute angel costumes, showering each one with care and attention.

Maria finally spotted Asmodeus behind the curtains and called out to him, "Asmo, what are you looking at? Come on over here and help me with the kids."

Asmodeus was shocked. Maria had never trusted him enough to let him near the children before, but today, on this important day, she was letting her guard down. Was she starting to truly trust him? Was she finally comfortable having him around?

Asmodeus stood there, lost in his thoughts, trying to make sense of t