As they settled down, Sabrina, holding Jennie close, casually inquired, “Has Karen’s grandson gotten any better?”

“He’s still unwell. I spoke with her today. She mentioned he’s grappling with a severe bout of pneumonia.”

“That sounds concerning. I’ll go visit Karen tomorrow,” Sabrina proposed.

“I want to go, too.” Jennie gazed at Sabrina with hopeful eyes.

“No. You are still young. What if you get infected?”

Jennie gave a sulky look and murmured, “I’ll wear a mask. Can I please visit them? You’re the best, Aunt Sabrina!”

her head into Sabrina’s embrace,

Jennie, sweetie. Your grandma isn’t too fond of me. If something happens to you under my watch, she’ll

all; she clearly grasped the situation. Lowering her voice, she conceded,

her sleep, somewhat disoriented. Reaching for her phone, she checked the time, noting it was

also saw a new

unlocking her phone, she

hope quickly deflated upon

end. I’m genuinely sorry, but I cannot proceed

chill coursed through Sabrina, as if

back out without

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