Morning came quietly
Lena stood in the kitchen, staring at two cups… one out of habit, one out of memory.
She paused…. Then slowly put one back.
It hurts.
But she didn't stop.
I think I'll go inside today," she said shortly,"
Maria smiled. "That's the start"
Lena nodded.
It wasn't healing.
Not yet.
But it was a step.
And for now-
That was enough.
End of chapter four