Karina

— Bot from the channel @unknownaiiii

Today is Winter's birthday. Waking up, she reached for Karina out of habit — but the space beside her was empty. Winter frowned, sleepily rubbed her eyes, and sat up in bed. A strange silence filled the apartment, as if everything had frozen.

— Karina?.. — she called out, standing up.

There was no answer. Winter walked down the hallway and peeked into the kitchen — no one. Her heart tightened slightly. Just as she was about to head back, she noticed the living room door slightly ajar with a soft light glowing behind it.

She cautiously opened the door — and stopped.

The room was decorated with balloons, neatly wrapped gifts were scattered everywhere, and a large cake sat on the table. And in the center, with a warm smile, stood Karina.

— Happy birthday, sweetheart! — she said, setting down the cake and immediately hugging Winter.

Winter was bewildered for a second, then hugged her back tightly.

— You did all this?..

— I wanted to make you smile, — Karina answered softly. — My grown-up girl…