A Secret
Just as Emma began to regain her composure, she leaned in and urgently whispered to Sadie, “Promise me, promise me you won’t breathe a word of this to anyone, especially not my parents.” Sadie’s eyes widened, a mix of concern and determination. “I won’t,” she vowed, her voice barely a whisper. “But we have to go see the doctor, Emma. Tomorrow morning, no delays. This is too important to ignore.” The suspense hung in the air, with an appointment set for the next morning. The story was just beginning…
A Secret
All Pretend
The next day, Emma concocted an elaborate ruse, feigning illness in a desperate attempt to avoid school. Upon seeing Emma’s pale complexion, her parents grew concerned and insisted on a trip to the doctor. However, Emma cunningly insisted that Sadie, someone mysterious and intriguing, would already be arriving to whisk her away.
All Pretend
