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The Locket

last update Fecha de publicación: 2023-12-19 23:05:36

*Maddy*

I stand on the steps leading to the tower watching Isla as she hovers in the doorway. Past her, I she Ella’s shadow moving through her art studio, the sounds of paint being poured and brushes scraping against the ceramic jars she keeps them in.

It’s almost dawn. The sky through the narrow windows is dreary and gray, and the scent of rain is heavy in the air. There will be no sun today.

Or additional sleep, apparently, especially for Ella.

I slowly ascend the stairs to stand in silenc
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