"Far from home everyday no one knows my mind. It took me eight years to make, but now it is dirty" Lilly sobbed " it will be over some day I pray"
Yeah, my sister do stop. I shall go clean the dress. Maya said
Me help said Keith
No your to little said Maya" listen Lilly when I am done it will be as good as new.
Lilly sniffled and nodded, grateful for Maya's reassurance. As Maya went to clean the dress, Keith tried to offer his help once again.
"Me help," he insisted, tugging at Maya's sleeve.
"No, you're too little," Maya gently replied, patting Keith's head. "Just wait here with Lilly, okay?"
Keith pouted but obeyed, staying close to Lilly as Maya worked on restoring the dress. The room was filled with the sound of water running and the gentle hum of Maya's soothing voice as she murmured words of comfort to Lilly.
After what felt like an eternity, Maya came back with the dress, holding it up for Lilly to see. It was indeed spotless, just like Maya promised.
"See, Lilly? Good as new," Maya said with a smile. "Now, don't you worry. Things will get better. We'll make it through this together."
Lilly managed a small smile and hugged Maya tightly. "Thank you," she whispered.
As they embraced, Keith joined in, wrapping his tiny arms around both of them. They stood there, a united front against the challenges they faced, finding solace in one another's presence.
"It will be over someday, Lilly. I pray," Maya whispered, her voice filled with determination.
And with that, they held onto hope, supporting each other as they navigated the uncertainties of life, knowing that eventually, things would improve and their journey would lead them back home.