As the first rays of morning sunlight filtered through the curtains, Nicole gradually opened her eyes, greeted by the warm glow of a cosy home. The scent of freshly brewed coffee and delicious food filled the air, teasing her senses and awakening her appetite.

To her surprise, she found the young girl, Emily, sitting by her bedside, watching her with curious eyes. Nicole offered a weak smile, still feeling a sense of unease about her own identity.

“Good morning,” Emily chirped, her voice ...