#Chapter192
6 months later...
/"Lila, are you ready?/" I shouted from outside of her bedroom door. It's Lila's fourth birthday today.
I've been told not to go in while she gets dressed. My mom took her shopping for a party outfit, but I'm not allowed to see it until she's got it on. My parents treat her as their grand-pup; they spoil her rotten when we go around to their house.
I was expecting Leon to be sad and quiet today... Maybe even a little withdrawn, but he's not. I guess he's used to it, having to be strong for Lila. He's not pulling away from me or shutting me out, which I'm grateful for... I wouldn't hold it against him if he did, not today.
/"Come in,/" Lila's little voice squealed from the inside of her room.
I opened her door and peered around. /"Oh, Lila, you look beautiful./" I cooed as I went towards her. She had on a red dress that stopped just above her knees with white tights and red shoes. She looked so cute.
