“It’s been five years, and you two haven’t changed,” Nicole said, smiling at the pair. “Even when you both become part of the family, I bet you’ll still tease each other.”

Lulu started to say, “We’re used to it. We’ve always been…” She paused, her eyes widening. “Nicole, do you remember now?”

“Just some stuff from school,” Nicole said with a casual smile. Though she still struggled with gaps in her memory, recalling her school days was a hopeful sign.

“That’s great!” June and Lulu exclaimed. Memories from school were a start, and they were hopeful more would return.

“Let’s toast to Nicole’s memory of school days!” June exclaimed, preparing the drinks. As the night went on, they chatted, ate, and felt the buzz from the drinks.

“One more round!” June declared, refilling her friends’ glasses. But before they could even sip, someone swiftly took their glasses away.

in the direction her glass had vanished,

you’re tipsy,” a voice

blinked. “Samuel? Is that

Samuel

said, kicking her legs and

held her tighter. “Quit

go!” June snapped, held tight by Samuel. “You better watch out. My

said, chuckling. He then scooped her up again. “I’ll get

since June’s gone, I’m heading out too,” Lulu said, rising unsteadily. She felt disoriented, vaguely aware that June was no longer there and that someone had

walk but stumbled. Instinctively, Spencer reached out to steady her.

stand

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