"W-what do you mean? Why did you say that?" Ava's voice was hoarse. Her throat felt dry.

Suddenly, Eva poked her shoulder. "If you didn't come back, Mom and Dad would only love me. I was their only daughter. I wouldn't be under anyone's shadow."

"Do you realize what you said?" Ava's voice grew shakier. Her lips trembled violently. Her eyes turned red to suppress the emotions in her chest.

"Yes, I'm well aware. I've been holding this for a long time. Why didn't you just die when you were ...