Goodness (7)

Julie stood still and listened carefully. What was that sound coming from upstairs? It sounded like somebody was crying softly. Should she investigate? Without a sound, she tiptoed halfway up the stairs. Yes, somebody was definitely whimpering. She boldly continued up the rest of the way and around the corner. “Lydia!” exclaimed Julie with true concern when she saw her little cousin crouched in the corner of the hallway. But the little girl didnt even look up at Julie. She simply could not...