~Sophia
The morning light streamed through the curtains as I tied my apron, standing in the kitchen with more determination than I’d felt in a long time. Today was going to be different. Today, I was going to fix things with Lily.
I’d woken up before anyone else, nervous and excited. If there was one thing Lily loved, it was her favorite dish: mini pancakes shaped like animals, served with strawberries, whipped cream, and chocolate drizzle. I could already picture her smile—bright, sweet, and slightly mischievous. It was the smile that could always melt my heart.
I hummed softly as I mixed the pancake batter, pouring it carefully into molds shaped like bunnies, cats, and bears. The sizzle of batter hitting the pan was oddly soothing. Once the pancakes were golden and fluffy, I added
