Sabrina finally felt a bit better after retching several times.

Taking a deep breath, she washed her face and carefully touched up her makeup before stepping out.

Mom, Im so sorry you had to see that. I was a little out of sorts just now, Sabrina said, her voice tinged with embarrassment as she glanced at Sophie, seated on the sofa.

Sophie only gave a faint smile. Its all right.

With a small wave of her hand, she motioned for Sabrina to sit ...