MALIA’S POV

An hour later, Lily was asleep on my shoulder and snoring softly. I chuckled quietly as I gently dislodged myself to put off the television. I walked back to the couch and cleared away the snacks that we had munched on while watching the movie. After that, I gently shook Lily awake, in order to help her to her room.

“Lily, wake up,” I whispered, giving her shoulder a gentle nudge.

She stirred, blinking groggily. “What? Is the movie over?”

“Yeah, it’s over. Come on, let’s get you to bed,” I said, helping her to her feet.

She yawned and stretched, her eyes half-closed. “Thanks, Malia. I must...