Caspian and Julia walked down the bright hospital hallway, their footsteps echoing as they approached Sandra’s room.

It had been a long, tense week since Sandra was ambushed, and Julia was thrilled to finally be able to bring her friend home, safe and healthy.

Caspian opened the door, and as they stepped inside, they saw Dominic sitting close to Sandra, who was now sitting up on the edge of her hospital bed.

Dominic’s eyes were fixed on Sandra, filled with a warmth Julia had rarely seen. Sandra looked up as they entered, her face lighting up with a smile.

“Julia! Caspian!” she exclaimed, beaming as they approached.

Julia rushed to...