That evening, Ellie finally came downstairs.
She hadn't eaten properly all day, and although she wasn't really hungry, she knew she couldn't keep going like that.
Mrs. Lila had prepared a sumptuous dinner. The dining table was filled with different dishes, and the warm aroma spread through the room.
Eddie was already seated at the table.
Mrs. Lila looked up when she noticed Ellie walking in.
“Good evening, ma’am,” Ellie greeted respectfully.
“Good evening, dear,” Mrs. Lila replied warmly.
Ellie took her seat quietly.
Eddie glanced at her.
Their eyes met for only a second before Ellie quickly looked away.
He immediately noticed something was wrong.
She was acting completely different from yesterday.
Mrs. Lila served the food, and for a while, nobody said anything.
The silence a
