Emily thought the worst was behind her after losing her best friend, Rachel. The grief had been overwhelming, but she had worked hard to move forward. Then, six months later, everything changed when Rachel’s sister showed up with a child and a life-altering secret.
Rachel had always been more than a friend—she was like a sister. They grew up together, side by side since the second grade. Emily had stayed close throughout Rachel’s illness, supporting her through every step of treatment, and was by her side until the very end. In those final days, she believed their bond was unbreakable and their shared truths were complete.
But grief can linger in unexpected ways.
One rainy afternoon, the sound of the front door interrupted the quiet in Emily’s home. Her husband, Daniel, answered it. Emily rounded the corner to find Amanda—Rachel’s older sister—standing there with a small backpack and an envelope.
“I need to talk to both of you,” Amanda said quietly.
Emily’s heart raced. “Is Lily okay?”
“She’s fine. But this is about her.”
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