Chapter 135: Black Book
"Mrs. Lilia, we have a visitor," Evie’s voice broke through the silence of the library, where Lilia had been absorbed in her reading.
Lilia’s body stiffened slightly, surprised by Evie’s words. A visitor? That was rare. In fact, the last time they’d had one was the blondie, wasn’t it? Her curiosity piqued, Lilia turned to face Evie.
"Did he or she tell you their name?" she asked, even though she knew no one. If someone were to visit, weren’t they supposed to inform her beforehand? And who would possibly visit now that Zethan was not here?
Evie nodded. "Yes, Mrs. Lilia. She said her name is Mrs. Mira."
Lilia’s eyes widened slightly. That name rang a bell—she’d heard it before, but where? "Mrs. Mira?" she murmured, a hint of recognition stirring. Her lips curved into a smile. "Did she mention anything else?"
"She did," Evie continued. "She mentioned having a child—Tommy."
A wider smile tugged at Lilia’s lips as she sat up. "Where is she now?"
"She’s in the living room," Evie replied.
Lilia nodded. "Let’s go," she said as she stood, carefully placing the book she’d been reading on the table. She could get black back to it once she was done.
The two walked down the stairs, and as they reached the living room, Lilia’s eyes widened slightly. Mira stood from her seat, a soft smile playing on her lips. Without hesitation, she ran toward Lilia and hugged her tightly. Lilia’s lips curled into a smile at the warm embrace.
Surprised by her childlike behavior, Lilia found it lovely. Her heart warmed deeply. This feeling—it was just good. She hadn’t really had a friend, let alone someone actually come to visit her.