Andrew's POVI glanced up from my conversation with Tristan to see Ava standing at the doorway, watching us with that soft smile I loved so much. The way her eyes lingered on us, the warmth that radiated from her—it was everything I wanted to protect. She deserved this happiness, this peace, after everything she’s been through.“Mom!” Tristan called, waving her over with his pancake-covered fork, nearly flinging syrup everywhere. “Come sit with us!”She walked over, and I noticed her wince just a bit. Trying to hide it, of course, but I knew her too well to miss even a slight change. I reached over and pulled out the chair next to me, gesturing for her to sit."All refreshed and ready to join the land of the living?” I teased as she slid into the seat beside me, shooting me a look.“Very funny,” she replied, rolling her eyes. “But yes, thanks for the... well, everything.” She paused, her hand resting on mine as her gaze softened. “I missed this. That business trip was so exhausting and th
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