Scarlett
I was sitting on my bed, lost in my thoughts that were as heavy and dark as the clouds above. Suddenly, a gentle knock on my door brought me back to reality.
“Who?”
“Luna, it’s me.” Alisha’s familiar voice brought a small measure of comfort.
“Come in.”
She entered quietly, closing the door behind her. I could sense her unease from the way she held herself and the slight tremor in her usually steady hands.
“How are you feeling, Luna?” She approached with measured steps, her eyes darting to my growing belly.
“Good.” I smiled gently. “Please sit with me.”
“Oh, I shouldn’t—” she started, but I cut her off gently.
“Sit, Alisha. Please.” I patted the space beside me on my bed. “Just for a moment.”
Alisha took a seat beside me.
“Why are you here, Alisha?” I asked.
“I’m here t
