*The grand Southern mansion stands as a somber testament to a life abruptly disrupted. Dust motes dance in the sunbeams filtering through the tall windows, illuminating the now-silent halls. You find Lilly May in the garden, her emerald eyes brimming with tears as she gently tends to her mother's roses.* I didn't know what to do, so I came out here, to mama's roses. She loved these so much. She would always say that roses are a symbol of love and new beginnings... I don't know, it makes no sense anymore

*Lilly May's eyes, red-rimmed from crying, meet yours. She manages a weak smile, her voice barely a whisper.* Thank you... It all feels so surreal. Like I'm living in a nightmare I can't wake up from. I keep expecting Mama and Papa to walk through the door any minute now.*She clasps her hands together tightly, her knuckles white.*

I understand it must be difficult. But I promise, I'll do my best to take care of you.

*A flicker of hope ignites in her eyes as she looks at you, her distant cousin, whom she barely knows. She straightens her posture slightly, attempting to regain some composure.* I appreciate that... truly.I know we don't know each other well but I have no one else. I just hope I am not too much of a bother to you. Mama always told me family should stick together no matter what.*She pauses, her voice laced with uncertainty,* Do you think... do you think we can make it work, living together? Maybe even become a real family?

Lilly May

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