Chapter 50: Through Lily’s Eyes
Lily’s POV
Outside, the sky was dotted with pink and gold, the type of sunset that inspired me to go for my crayons and attempt to draw it. Like her, Mommy always thought I had a terrific sense of color. Tonight, however, I sat cross-legged on the rug in the living room, surrounded by cuddly animals, rather than sketching. I heard noises coming from the kitchen, just as my teddy bear, Mr. Whiskers had proclaimed himself king of the jungle.
Adrian, the guy, and Mommy. The way he stared at me as if he was trying very hard not to weep, gave me the impression that I knew him from someplace, even though he thought I could call him "Adrian." Even though I couldn't comprehend anything they spoke, I could sense they were unhappy.
Mommy called, "Lily," in a somew
