Lucy gazed at her children, her eyes filled with maternal love. It seemed as though she had suddenly grown up a lot, transforming from a girl into a woman. A girl was innocent and carefree, often acting on impulse; a woman was mature, composed, and deeply responsible. This was the difference between the two, and it was a process every mother had to go through. It was not that everyone had to become mature and steady, transforming like a butterfly. However, when the need arose, you had to hold yourself together and shoulder the responsibilities you had to bear.Lucy was a romantic and carefree girl, but she was willing to mature a little for the sake of love and her children, which deeply moved Matthew. When he first met her, she was still so free-spirited and adorable. Now, as his wife, her demeanor had improved a lot.The children slowly got out of the water. Johnny, their son, was coaxed out with a toy, while their daughter, Lila, was lured out with a bite of food.Maria, a wo
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