MALIA’S POV

“Coming right up, princess,” he said as he winked at her.

Ella giggled at the nickname, and I couldn’t help but smile at the sound. It was a small moment, but it felt significant. A reminder that even in the midst of all the chaos, there were still reasons to smile, still moments of joy to be found.

Just then, Mrs Henderso walked in.

“I thought I heard voices, good morning everyone,” she said before turning to Zach. “Mr Stewart, you should have woken me,” she chastised gently.

“It’s okay, Mrs Henderson. It’s not a big deal,” he replied softly.

The matronly housekeeper smiled at him before turning...