★Anastasia★ I was on a mission. I needed to talk to Aunt Eloise about my dream. While I felt marginally better after spending time with Marcia and talking about it, I was still eager to get my Aunt’s opinion. I hated that the drive to the farmhouse felt long since I was in a hurry. The road felt as if it stretched on and on in endless twists and turns. By the time I pulled up to the familiar house, I was emotionally tired and drained. The house looked eerily quiet, but I knew she was at home. I killed the engine and stepped out as I took a deep breath. I needed answers, and I needed them now. “Aunt Eloise?!” I called out as I entered through the front door. “In the kitchen,” I heard her respond, and I breathed out in relief. “I was wondering when you would stop by,” she said as I ente