The night at the orphanage was quieter than usual. The cold wind blew slowly through the window slits, bringing faint whispers that slipped into every corner of the room.Inside, Ailee sat in the living room, her hands wrapped around a warm mug of tea. Her mind drifted far away, filled with worries that were hard to ignore. Opposite her, Mrs. Lyana, looked at her with great concern. The old woman had known Ailee for a long time and knew very well that she was thinking about something heavy and that it must have something to do with Aaron's arrival the other day."You look tired," Mrs. Lyana said softly.Ailee gave a small smile. "I just have a lot on my mind."In the corner of the room, Lowly, and Lucille, the five-year-old triplets, were giggling as they tried to build a tower out of wooden blocks. Watching them, Ailee felt a little calm, but her anxiety remained.Edric, Beta Aaron, sat by the window in a wary manner. The man didn't say much, but his presence was enough to provide a
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