Claire politely excused herself after a few words and left.By the time Vivian wiped away her tears and came out of the bedroom, Noah and I had already gone to play video games, leaving the table in complete disarray.Vivian said nothing. She rolled up her sleeves and started washing the dishes.After finishing the dishes, she carried a fruit platter and knocked before entering the room."Honey, Noah, I brought some fruit. You need your vitamins."Noah and I treated her like she was invisible. Vivian didn't know whether to laugh or cry.She endured the awkwardness and set the fruit plate on the desk, then left, making sure to close the door behind her.Back in the living room, she kept herself busy. She vacuumed the floor, then mopped it. For the stubborn corners of the house, she had to get on her knees with a rag to reach them properly.Vivian stole a moment to rest on the couch, her lonely silhouette the only thing visible to the camera.When it was time to wash up, Noah an
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