Lilith.

I licked my lips nervously, masking the fear on my face.

I thought I got all the dust. Now I was going to get caught!

“I was deep cleaning,” I muttered in a shaky voice, burying my hands in my pocket.

“And yes, I slept in my room. I was probably in the toilet with earbuds, so I didn't hear you.”

“Okay.”

“Next time, don't bother looking for me.”

“The last time I almost didn't look for you, you escaped.”

“I'm not escaping again. Why were you even looking for me?”

“I just wanted to wake you up early so that we can finish today's task quickly. Since you...