Shocking news to Daisy

Ava's breath caught, her mind reeling from the shock. She closed her eyes, and grief pressed down on her chest like a heavy weight, making it hard to breathe. Memories of Charlie filled her mind: his playful hops, the way he'd follow her around, and how he'd curl up beside her whenever she felt alone. Her heart clenched with sorrow, and she felt a stinging in her eyes as she fought back tears.

"Juliet?" she whispered, barely able to say the name as disbelief twisted her features. She could barely comprehend the idea. "Why… why would she do this?" Her voice shook, and a wave of nausea swept over her at the thought of Juliet, with all her bitterness and schemes, harming such a gentle, defenseless creature. She pressed a hand to her mouth, stifling the sob that threatened to escape.