Solana's smile faded for a short instant before giggling and turning her head. She wiped her face very quickly and hugged Angel.

"Let's not talk about that! We're getting along, now!" Solana said, giving Angel a hug.

Angel was not used to affection. Solana knew this, and yet she did it anyway. It was the only thing she knew how to give anymore. She didn't know how to cook, she didn't have any special skills or dreams. Smiling and making people feel better was what she ...