Maya arrived at the office earlier than usual, hoping to prepare her mind for the day ahead. She had barely settled behind her desk when April knocked softly on the door.

“Miss Denovan, Mr Daniel is here,” April said, peeking in.

Maya’s chest tightened at the mention of their names. She set her pen down and took a slow breath. “Let them in.”

Moments later, the door opened, and Jamie rushed in before Daniel could even say a word.

“Mommy!” he cried, running straight into her arms.

Maya bent down, wrapping her arms around him tightly. “Jamie,” she whispered, her heart breaking at how small and fragile he felt in...