“Sofia?” Mara’s voice cracked slightly. “It’s me. I’m at the hospital… Yes, I’m okay, or I will be. But I need you. Daniel won’t listen to me. Please… can you rush home right now and take care of Lily? I don’t trust anyone else with her.” Sofia was quiet for half a second, confusion clear in her tone. Then something clicked. Her voice sharpened with worry and determination. “Okay, I’ll head to your place right now, sissy. Just hang in there. I’m on my way.” She ended the call abruptly. Sofia dropped the half-washed clothes back into the basin, water splashing everywhere as she stood up fast. Her heart was already racing. In her past life, Mara had never called her for help with Lily. Not once. Something had changed. Could it be… she’s been reborn too? Sofia thought as she grabbed her

