Eve
The knocks on the door startled me. It was noon; no one ever came at noon. I got up to answer it, trying to swallow my trepidation. No one knew about the memory card, I was sure. I would receive a phone soon and find out what I needed to see before promptly destroying it.
The door swung open to reveal familiar hazel eyes and a signature warm smile. "Hello, princess," Lia greeted.
For a moment, I could only stare, my mouth agape. I threw my arms around Lia without thinking. Her body tensed beneath my touch, and I felt the hesitation in her stillness.
Just as I started to pull away, afraid I'd crossed a line, Lia's arms wrapped around me, firm but gentle.
"It's good to see you too," she whispered.
I held on for a moment longer before stepping back. Lia's smile hadn't faded, but there was something unreadable in her eyes.
"Come inside," I said softly, stepping aside to let her in.
