As soon as she walks back into the room, Eloá finds her sister already dressed for the beach, wearing her swimsuit and a huge smile on her face.

“Where were you?” Elisa asks excitedly.

“I went to get some water,” she replies, her gaze distant, her voice devoid of emotion.

Caught up in the excitement of the day, Elisa doesn't notice the disappointment hidden on her sister's face.

“Go change! I bet the ocean water feels amazing.”

“I'll be right there,” Eloá replies, heading into the bathroom.

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