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Chapter 012

Author: Chelle
last update Last Updated: 2025-07-05 18:50:39

Sophia parked her car in front of the tall iron gate that guarded the orphanage. She sat quietly for a moment, took a deep breath, then stepped out.

The building looked calm, just like always. Its cream-colored walls were decorated with cute cartoon drawings.

Sophia walked through the gate and nodded at the security guard, who immediately recognized her and offered a polite smile.

"Good afternoon, Miss Sophia."

She gave a small smile back. "Is Sister May around?"

"She’s inside with the kids," he said, stepping aside.

Sophia thanked him and went in. She heard children laughing down the hall, but her mind was focused on one child—Ava.

She walked slowly, the sound of her heels soft on the tile. Turning the corner, she saw a group of children sitting in a circle. Among them was Ava who sat quietly, her little hands resting on her knees while the others played.

Ava was a beautiful girl with gentle eyes and a quiet, delicate way about her. She barely spoke to anyone but Sister May… and Soph
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    “If not for Ava, I wouldn’t be doing this… You bitch,” Sophia cursed silently, her fake smile stretching so wide her jaw began to ache. But she kept it up, pretending everything was fine.Lyriel gave her the same kind of smile—tight, hollow, and sweet on the outside. “Well, since we’re done here,” Sophia said, clearing her throat, “I’ll be going now.” She handed the documents back to Lyriel, who neatly placed them where she’d gotten them earlier.“I’ll walk you out,” Lyriel offered.Sophia quickly shook her head, almost too fast it was a miracle her neck didn’t snap. “Oh no, it’s fine. You don’t need to.”“Why?” Lyriel asked, tilting her head with a playful pout. “Are you mad at me or something?”Sophia forced a short laugh, rubbing the back of her neck like a shy child. "Of course not.""Good," Lyriel said softly, her smile returning. "Because it’s still you and me forever, right?"Sophia nodded tightly, pretending the words didn’t irritate her. Whoever told Lyriel they were friends

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