Lucy dodged it just in time, and didn't even bother scolding Anna. Her face was all soft and concerned. "Don't be shocked, sweetie. I'm not some stubborn old lady, you know. Look, Mrs. Lee upstairs, her son's like that too. If you really like girls... just talk to me about it."
When she said "girls," there was definitely a flicker of weirdness in her eyes, but she forced herself to act normal, clearly trying not to hurt Anna.
"Is it Sophia you like...?"
Anna couldn't even. The corner of her mouth twitched. "Mom, can you not?"
"Not Sophia? Then who? Is there another girl?"
Anna threw up three fingers and swore to the sky. "Mom! I swear I like guys, okay? Look at my honest face!"
Lucy finally looked relieved and waved her hand like it was settled. "Alright then, I'll find
