Chapter 56
When I turned to gather my things, I noticed Alisha standing a little apart from the group, her arms crossed, her lower lip pushed out in the most dramatic pout.
“What’s wrong, darling?” I asked, squatting down to her level.
She huffed. “Don’t talk to me, Aunt. You got gifts for everyone and forgot mine.”
I bit my lip to stop myself from laughing. “Oh, my cutie, how could I not get my own sister a gift, huh?” I teased, tapping her nose.
Her eyes widened, hope breaking through her mock anger. “Aunty… did you get me something?”
“Yes,” I said, drawing it out just to watch her squirm a little. “And it’s something very special.”
“Yayyyy.... Show me, Auntie!” she squealed, bouncing on her toes.
I reached into my bag and pulled out the small box. “This,” I said, opening
