Several Weeks Later…

“Congratulations, little sis! You finally graduated from high school,” Elisa celebrated with a wide smile.

“Thank you,” Eloá replied, carefully removing her graduation gown and running her fingers through her loose hair. Her eyes, however, seemed distant.

“Now we can go to college together,” Elisa said excitedly, stepping closer and gently squeezing her sister's arm.

But Eloá didn't answer.

She merely forced a smile and pretended to adjust the sleeve of the dress she was we