Charles Her hands moved slowly and she grabbed the spoon. She began to eat. Very slowly. I watched her. I wished everything could just be okay. I wished she'd just be okay. She ate just a little portion and I helped her cover the rest of the meal. As I did, she kept on licking ice cream, obviously enjoying it from the look on her face. I was fucking tired of staying in the garden. I didn't understand why she liked it here. The doors opened and Lily walked from the aisle towards us. “Oh, you two. Why garden?” She placed her hands on the table. I sighed. “I tried, She doesn't want to leave the garden.” “Really?” Lily faced her, then me again. “I don't know. She's been like that. Always sitting here but I've never seen her eat here before.” Lily placed one hand on Darcie's arm. “Hey.” Her voice was gentle. “Darcie, can you come inside? Please. Come on, I know you love it here but it's more comfortable inside.”I don't think it would work. She didn't agree. Suddenly Darcie nodded her
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