DALIA'S POV
After mum and dad explained everything, we started preparing where I would stay for the seclusion period.
We decided on the basement in the house. It hasn't been in use for years, so it was very dusty and dirty. We got busy cleaning and arranging so that it would be ready before nightfall.
Sly, Xander, Jules and I cleaned the place. I turned to my mates, who obviously hadn't done any cleaning in years. “You two shouldn't be here. You have other things to do, Jules, and I can finish up here” I said to them.
“This is our only chance to be with you. Once it's midnight, you will go into seclusion. After that we won't get to see you for three days,” Sly said, pouting.
“Just the thought of it makes me sad. How do we cope for three days without you?” Xander sighed.
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