Chapter 9

• Anita's eyes fluttered open as the first rays of sunlight filtered through the curtains, signaling the arrival of a new day. Stretching her limbs, she yawned and swung her legs over the side of the bed, ready to face whatever challenges lay ahead.
• As she made her way towards the kitchen, the aroma of freshly brewed coffee filled the air. However, as she approached, her footsteps faltered as she heard laughter and the clattering of pots and pans. Confusion creased her brow as she wondered who could be in the kitchen at this hour.
• With a mix of curiosity and trepidation, Anita pushed open the kitchen door. Her heart skipped a beat as she found herself face to face with a strikingly beautiful young woman, busily moving about the kitchen with ease and familiarity.