"Hello, is anyone there?"

Daisy knocked on the door, waiting anxiously, her stress palpable.

The door opened, revealing a little kid.

"Yes, Aunty? Who are you looking for?" the kid asked.

"I wanted to see Mary," Daisy replied softly, looking pale, trying not to alarm the child.

"Mother Mary is out, looking for our big sister, Alisha," another child called from inside.

Daisy closed her eyes, understanding the situation all too well.

She and Alisha's friend had been waiting in a cafe for ...