Chương 195: Preparation

Silently, Vanessa ran her fingers through Edna's hair with the utmost care, as if weaving a delicate tapestry. As the night wore on and it became clear that Edna had no intention of budging, Vanessa's voice took on a gentle tone, urging her to take a respite and recharge her body and soul.

"Languishing in tears will get you nowhere" Vanessa spoke softly, casting a spell of serenity that seemed to envelop Edna entirely. Before she knew it, Edna was drifting off into a deep slumber, as her dreams danced to the soothing rhythm of her deepest desires.

…....…..

Once I walked out of the room and shut the door behind me, it didn't take me long to process how strangely the conversation had gone and how things had somehow worked out in the end.

Huff! It didn't even go as I had expected it to.