MARIE

Then my mum turned to Livia. “You,” she said shortly. Livia blinked as she had just been pulled back into reality.

“Yes?”

“Follow me upstairs,” my mum said. “Get some clothes for Marie. At least be useful since you decided to stay.”

She didn’t wait for Livia’s answer. She simply turned and walked up the stairs.

Livia’s face changed instantly. The little amusement disappeared but she still followed.

Daniel gently guided me to a chair. My legs felt weak ...