Heartless Precision
Valerie offered a reassuring smile to Lily and said, "It's raining outside, dear. I got caught in the rain and got quite wet. I need to head inside and change out of these damp clothes. But don't you worry."
Lily nodded, though not entirely grasping the situation. "Alright," she said.
Lily couldn't help but insist, "Mom, please hurry and change."
Valerie nodded with a smile. "Okay."
Valerie took a