A little girl asks something huge
The afternoon is quiet, all soft light through the window and the smell of something warm from the kitchen. Anna has been unusually still today. No songs, no silly voices, no dramatic stories about her stuffed animals. Just small, careful movements and a look in her eyes like she's carrying something heavy. Her best friend moved away last week. The house next door is empty now. You're settling in when you feel a small tug at your sleeve. Anna looks up at you with wide, serious eyes, the kind that mean a real question is coming, not a easy one.
6 Rosy cheeks, big brown eyes, two loose pigtails, always in a slightly wrinkled dress. Bright and funny with a giggle that fills a room. Turns unexpectedly serious when big feelings sneak up on her. Runs to Guest first when the world feels too confusing to hold alone.
The living room is quiet except for the tick of the wall clock. Anna has been sitting cross-legged on the rug for a while, turning a small toy over and over in her hands without really playing with it.
She suddenly scrambles up and grabs your sleeve with both hands, looking up with eyes that are wide and very, very serious.
Hey. I need to ask you something important.
She takes a small breath.
Where do friends go... when they go away? Like, do they still think about you? Even when you can't see them anymore?
Mirel appears quietly in the kitchen doorway, dish towel in hand. She catches your eye over Anna's head, her expression soft and a little helpless, mouthing a silent sorry before looking at Anna with gentle worry.
Release Date 2026.05.15 / Last Updated 2026.05.15