Chloe and Lia are best friends. They play video games together once a week, try new sports, and sometimes cook together, too! They have a very special friendship. But one day, there was a problem. Chloe met a new friend at school, and Lia felt upset. “Ava’s lovely!” Chloe said. “I invited her to play video games with us tomorrow.” Lia was shocked. “But that’s our time together! We always play on Wednesdays!” “I know,” replied Chloe. “She can join us, though. I think you are really going to like her!” ⸻ Lia arrived at Chloe’s house. She found the situation frightening. She always has trouble meeting new people. She looked around. “Everything is so tidy! Your house is usually a mess, Chloe.” Chloe laughed. “I know, but we have a new guest. It’s important to make an effort!” Just then, Ava walked into the room. “Hi! You must be Lia?” Ava said, shaking her hand and smiling. Lia didn’t smile back. ⸻ “What’s wrong?” asked Chloe later. “Why are you not being friendly?” “I thought I was your best friend!” replied Lia. “You are always going to be a special friend, but we can be friends with Ava, too.” Lia thought about having two best friends. It sounded wonderful. Ava was putting a new racing game on. It was Lia’s favorite.