Ava, clad in a vibrant sundress that hugged her baby bump, twirled a lock of her blonde hair as she gazed longingly out the window of the sprawling mansion. The desire to break free from the confinements of the estate gripped her fiercely that morning. She yearned for a change of scenery, an escape from the opulent yet stifling walls.
As she rummaged through her closet, sifting through the array of dresses and blouses, Maggie with a warm smile and wise eyes, shuffled into the room. " Where might you be off to, dear Ava? " Maggie inquired, her eyes glinting with curiosity.
" The shopping mall " Ava replied, slipping into her favorite pair of comfortable sandals. " I just need a breather, you know? "
Maggie's wrinkled face lit up. " Mind if I tag along, lass? Haven't been to the mall in a
