CREST POV "So, how would you like your coffee?" I asked Nora gently as I noticed her tense body due to my presence. "J—just a little sugar please," she responded after clearing her throat. I smiled warmly at her before giving her the cup. "T-thanks," she commented. "Anytime. How about you, Sil? Hot chocolate or warm milk?" I stooped down to ask Sirila, who was busy tending to her teddy bear. She looked up and put her finger to her chin as if she was thinking about a very important decision in her life. "Milk pleash!" she yipped happily. It was quiet while both of them sipped their drinks. My mind is racing with a lot of questions, but I didn't want to be rude nor startle her, so I waited for her to be comfortable first. "Good choice, Sil!" I winked at her. I know this seems a lit

