Maddie's POV
London embraced us with its cool embrace as Mariko, Bella, Rosie, and I settled into our new apartment. The expansive space felt like a breath of fresh air, a sanctuary away from the shadows that had haunted us back home. Bella, the bundle of energy, was already enchanted by the unfamiliar surroundings.
"Maddie, look at this!" Bella giggled, twirling around the spacious lounge. Her laughter echoed, a melody that filled the room with pure joy.
Mariko and I exchanged a glance, the relief evident in our smiles. This move was not just a physical relocation for this short period of time, it was a deliberate step towards a fresh start, a chance to leave behind the traumas that had tethered us to the past. Hopefully, by the time that we go back home, those traumas and people will
