A Daring Plan

After a few days, Sushi woke up with a determination coursing through her veins. She knew that for her daring plan to succeed, flawless execution is the key.

With a steady hand and focused mind, Sushi meticulously applied makeup, subtly altering her features to mimic those of her sister, Chloe. She styled her hair to match Chloe's signature look, completing the transformation.

Standing before the mirror, unease gnawed at the edges of Sushi's confidence. What if June saw through her disguise? What if her plan backfired, causing more harm than good?

Pushing aside her doubts, Sushi reminded herself of the stakes. With her family's future at risk, fear couldn't hold her back.

Taking a deep breath to steady her nerves, Sushi made her way to June's estate. Her heart pounded with each step, but she maintained a calm exterior, anticipation buzzing in her mind.

To her relief, June greeted her warmly at the threshold. "Chloe," he exclaimed, eyes alight with joy. "What a pleasant surprise! Won't you come in?"

Sushi's heart raced as she entered June's home, her disguise holding strong under his gaze. She tried to maintain Chloe's facade, smiling as she followed June further inside.

But doubts plagued her as they settled in the living room. Fidgeting nervously, Sushi felt like an imposter in her own skin.

Just as she considered confessing, June spoke up. "Chloe, there's something different about you today," he remarked, brow furrowed in confusion.

Sushi's heart skipped a beat. Could it be that her disguise was working? Summoning courage, she met June's gaze. "Oh? What do you mean, June?"

He studied her intently, then said, "It's nothing, really. But you look more beautiful today."

As June complimented "Chloe's" appearance, relief washed over Sushi. But her heart raced anew as June grasped her hand, tracing over her wrist.

His touch lingered over the small heart tattoo—it was a simple design, one that she and Chloe had gotten together as a symbol of their bond, but with a crucial difference—Chloe's heart was filled, while Sushi's was empty. Desperate, Sushi had covered her tattoo with a convincing fake, hoping to deceive June a while longer.

She held her breath as he examined it, every nerve screaming to flee. But she stayed still, heart racing with fear.

To her immense relief, June's expression softened. "I thought so," he murmured. "Only you would have a heart as pure as this, Chloe."

Sushi's breath caught, disbelief flooding her. How had she fooled him? What did this mean for her plan?

In tense silence, Sushi pondered her next move. Before she could respond, June's concern broke through.

"Chloe, is everything alright?" he asked, eyes searching hers.

Forced to smile, Sushi replied, "Of course, June. Just feeling under the weather."

June nodded sympathetically. "Take all the time you need to rest," he said gently, rising to fetch tea.

As June disappeared, Sushi breathed a sigh of relief. She knew she had to be more careful, but for now, her secret remained safe.