a wave of relief wash over her. She was eager to celebra

footsteps. She immediately took the decorative vas

ound of music playing and laug

izing the lively energy that could

stairs, and a moment later, Scarlet appeare

Cass-bubbly, spontaneous, and alwa

sister. "I missed you so much! How did the exams go?"

y. The truth was that she had been spooked after her e

r's infectious enthusiasm. "They went well, S

nt. "That's incredible! I knew you

n the presence of her energetic sister. "I couldn't a

er head curiousl

ng it was time to share her big

rprise. "A vacation? That's

anda and I have been plan

ss, that's incredible! I've always wanted to go there. The Eiffel Tower,

asm. "Slow down, Scarlet! I didn't expect such

Cass, it's not fair! You know how much I love adventures. I pro

excitement and new experiences. After all, she had always been

ly, placing a hand on

h me. But this trip has been planned for months, and it's just Amanda

t on a brave face. "Okay, Cass. I understand. But don't forget to

arlet's playful request. "Deal. Th

rsation, Scarlet couldn't hel

ent and the adventures that awaited her in Fran

ey, to create memories and experien

t's mind, and she muster

ng more than cake? Maybe a small souvenir or a postcard? S

se, Scar. I promise I'll bring you back something spec

gratitude, and she envelope

eave the responsible you at home go out and hoo

ter back, feeling the

. After the death of her mother, she put off men to focus

her, their connection would transcend the distance. And as she looke

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er conversation with Scarlet, she had been thinking nonstop ab

been excited about t

anda's cheerful voice gree

of nervousness and anticipation. "I wanted

e serious. "What is it, C

et was disappointed about not being able to join us on our trip. She's been so supportive and

nd of the line, and Cass anxious

s, I completely get it. I have been thinking of bringing her on

eciate your understanding. I know it might change our plans a b

er excitement. Alright, let's make thi

. "Absolutely. Thank you, Amanda. Thi

n her excitement. She rushed upstairs to find S

nto the room, her voice

ide with curiosity. "What's g

s. "I talked to Amanda, and she's completely on bo

ed, and her eyes fi

across her face. "I'm serious, Scarl

rom her seat and threw her arms around Cass. "Thank you, th

d fulfillment in bringing her dreams to life. "You deserv

r face shining with excitement. "I can't wait to explore Franc

and her friend. "That's what I'm looking forward to the mo