Alice Turner spoke casually, but Sophia Wood didn't feel relaxed at all listening to her. She's not someone who would randomly go with someone she barely knows; it's not her style at all.
How did she meet this young man? What is the actual relationship between them? Why is she going with him to Derry Kingdom?
After Alice's explanation, Sophia's doubts increased even more, and with them, her worries arose.
"Lily doesn't know you're back yet, right? I'll call Lily and tell her you've returned. She's been talking about when you would come back." Unable to ask herself, she knew her younger daughter would surely find out, as the two sisters share everything without reservation.
Sophia spoke while already reaching for the phone on the coffee table. Without waiting for Alice's response, she proactively dialed Lily Turner's number.
Alice said nothing, just quietly watched Sophia call Lily. She really missed her sister, deeply missed her.
"Lily! Your sister is back, hurry and..."
