BANG, BANG-BANG, BANG!
Lilyan never understood why her uncle did not just unlock the door with his own key. Usually, when he pounded on the door in that way, he was already drunk. She hesitated to open the door, looking around the room at the others. Her eyes met each set staring back at her. No one but herself showed any sign of fear.
To Lilyan's surprise, it was Anisa who stood to answer the door. Lilyan reached to stop her, but Zayd held her still by his side, not letting Lilyan move away from him. Lilyan watched helplessly as the small woman made her way to the door and unlocked the deadbolt, then opened the door with a soft smile on her face.
The anger on her uncle's face melted into confusion. He quickly masked his features with a charming smile.
“To what do I owe the pleasure, Miss?……
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