Lilith pov

Flashback.

A few hours earlier, before the carnival.

"Beta Lilith! I can't wait to have fun today! I know this is going to be the best day ever!"

Lora's excited voice echoed through the room as Theila dragged her toward the door while Verya followed behind with an amused smile. The moment I agreed to attend the carnival, Lora had practically beamed with excitement, laughing as Theila pulled her out of the room.

I couldn't help smiling as I watched them leave.

Slowly, I rose from my chair to get ready but then—

"Lilith."

I froze.

"Drevena?"

For a moment, I thought I had imagined it. Something was...