Chapter 113: Indulgence

Lily sat with Bella, cooing and playing with little Asher. The baby's giggles filled the room, providing a soothing backdrop to their conversation.

"Can you believe how quickly these last ten weeks have passed?" Lily mused, glancing at Asher, who was joyfully grabbing at a colorful toy.

Bella smiled, her eyes softening as she watched Asher's playful antics. "I know, right? Feels like just yesterday we were at the hospital waiting for his arrival."

Lily chuckled. "Remember when Reid was pacing back and forth like he was the one about to give birth?"

Bella laughed, nodding. "Oh, he was a nervous wreck. But seeing him with Asher now, it's like he was born to be a dad."

They shared a moment of silence, just enjoying the presence of each other's company, until Lily broke it with a more serious tone. "How have you been, really, Bella?"

Bella sighed, her smile fading slightly. "Better, definitely. But some days are still hard, you know? I'm just glad the trial's over. The fact that Tony is b