The ballroom buzzed with excitement as guests congratulated Sophia.
She smiled gracefully.
Accepted gifts.
Posed for photographs.
And proudly rested her hands on her growing baby bump.
The atmosphere felt warm and joyful.
Then Lily walked closer.
The little girl stared curiously at Sophia's stomach.
For several seconds she said nothing.
Suddenly she pointed.
"Her tummy is just a pillow."
Laughter erupted around the room.
Many guests assumed it was childish imagination.
Sophia laughed nervously.
Daniel smiled awkwardly.
Someone gently told Lily not to be rude.
But the child refused to back down.
Instead, she looked around the room and declared something even stranger.
"I saw her hide it there."
The laughter disappeared.
Now people were paying attention.
Adults exchanged uncertain glances.
The confidence in Lily's voice made everyone uncomfortable.
Especially Sophia.