Chapter 6
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It was morning—one of the most beautiful mornings Pearl had seen in a long time.
“Good morning, sleepy head. Breakfast is ready,” Chloe said as she came into the room with a tray of freshly baked bread and tea.
“Oh, Chloe, you didn’t have to do this. I haven’t even paid you for the space I slept in last night.”
“Pearl, you’re my guest, not my customer. Besides, we really didn’t get the chance to talk. Last night you were tired from your journey. So, who’s your family?”
“I don’t have a family,” Pearl said, munching on the hot bread.
“You’re an orphan?”
“Umm… something like that. I grew up with my grandma, but she died yesterday, and I had nowhere else to go. So, I came here to Vault.”
“Oh my, I’m so sorry. But what about your parents? Where are they?”
“I don’t know who they are, or where they’re from, or where they are. I don’t even know if they’re still alive.”
“So where are you going from here?”
“To be honest, Chloe, I don’t know.” Pearl’s eyes fell to the ground.
“Well, what if you stay here?” Chloe suggested with a bit of hope in her eyes.
“Here? But… what about your dad?”
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“Will he agree?” Pearl asked nervously.
“Of course! Don’t worry, I’ll talk to him. He’ll let you stay. Besides, we even need extra hands at the store—you can help out. Ohhh, this is going to be so much fun! I’ve always wanted a sister. Pearl, you can be my sister!” Chloe squealed, her excitement bubbling over like that of a little child.
“Chloe, I—” Pearl began, but Chloe cut her off.
“Come on, let’s freshen you up. Then I’ll introduce you to my dad. Hurry!” Chloe exclaimed, already pulling Pearl along before she could protest.
“Dad! Dad, dad, dad!” Chloe called out as they entered the shop, practically dragging Pearl behind her. “Daddyyyy!”
Mr. Henry looked up, his expression stern. “Chloe, where have you been? Can’t you see customers waiting? And who’s this?” He pointed toward Pearl.
“This is Pearl—my new friend and our newest employee!” Chloe declared proudly.
Mr. Henry frowned. “I didn’t hire anyone recently.”
“Yes, but I did,” Chloe shot back with unusual boldness. “She’ll be staying with us.”
Mr. Henry sighed, rubbing his temples. “We’ll talk about this later. For now, you two—get to work.”💫
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