The heavy iron doors of Cell Block C slammed shut with a loud, ringing echo, sealing Nora and Chloe away in their dark, hopeless world. Far away from the cold prison walls, inside the warm and peaceful rooms of the grand white palace, time flowed forward like a gentle river of pure gold.

Months passed in a bright blur of happy smiles, soft baby giggles, and peaceful luxury.

The harsh winter winds melted away, replaced by the warm, bright sunshine of spring. The massive gardens surrounding the Vance Private Estate burst into life, filling the air with the sweet scent of blooming red roses and green grass.

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