Sophia’s POV The moment Mila left the hallway, I still stared at her as she was going, as though my thoughts were still wrapped around her presence. But no, my thoughts were already ahead of me, dragging me down the hallway toward ma Lilian’s chamber. I walked slowly. I was tired, though I was, but because a part of me wasn’t ready. Still, I reached her door and knocked softly. I barely caught her voice, faint and distant, yet clear enough to hear the permission I was seeking. Come in… I turned the handle gently and stepped inside. Good day, ma, I said, bowing slightly in respect. My voice came out quieter than I expected. Good morning, Sophia, she said, her tone warm and knowing. She shifted on her bed, patting the space beside her. Please, come in, I was starting to wonder why Mila took so long to bring you here. I walked toward her slowly and sat on the edge of the bed. The room was dim, lit only by the soft light illuminating in from the draped window. Everything a
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