Chapter 0056

Ava asked, "Amelia, do you love everything?"

“It’s like you knew my size already. Everything suits perfectly on me.” Amelia nodded happily, her eyes sparkling. "Yes, I do! And can I call you sister?"

Ava smiled, her voice warm. "It's okay by me."

Lisa, feeling a bit distant from the conversation, spoke up. "Excuse me, Ava, may I use the restroom?"

Ava nodded. "Of course, Lisa. Do you want me to show you the way?"

Lisa shook her head. "No, just describe it, and I'll find my way up."

Ava pointed towards the stairs. "It's upstairs, second door on your left. You can't miss it."

As Lisa headed towards the stairs, Amelia turned back to Ava, her eyes shining with excitement. "Sister, can I try on some more clothes?"

Ava smiled, her heart heavy with memories. "Go ahead, Amelia. Try on whatever you like, they’re all yours."

Ava forced herself to smile, her lips curling up in a fake gesture of warmth. She hated every minute that Amelia remained inside her house, but how long could she keep up t