“Are you alright, Auntie?”Sheena turned quickly. That soft voice came from a little girl about Ghani’s age. Her hair was tied into two braids, her face was sweet, her round eyes full of sympathy.Sheena hurriedly wiped her eyes with the back of her hand. She gave a small smile. “I’m fine, sweetheart. Auntie is alright.”The girl shook her head slightly, then held out a small handkerchief with a sunflower pattern. “Here, Auntie. Use this. Don’t be sad, okay?”Sheena was stunned for a moment. That small gesture felt so warm, so different from Ghani’s attitude earlier. Her hand trembled as she accepted the handkerchief. “Thank you… you’re very kind. What’s your name?”“Alea. Alea Muller,” the little girl answered with a wide smile.“Alea…” Sheena repeated softly. “A beautiful name.”Alea held Sheena’s hand for a moment, as if she wanted to give strength. “I like you, Auntie. You’re kind. If anyone makes fun of you again, don’t listen, okay?”Sheena nodded, trying to hold back the tears
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