The moment Rebecca stepped into the house, she screamed like a child, “Mom! Dad! I’m home!”

Roman smacked his forehead, frustration building. Just then, Mr. and Mrs. Blackwood hurried downstairs, stunned by the sudden appearance of their daughter.

“Oh my goodness, Rebecca!” Mrs. Blackwood beamed as she pulled her into a warm hug.

“Look at you, Mom. You look so beautiful,” Rebecca said, pulling back with a glowing smile.

She turned to her father and hugged him too. “Come here, Dad. How’s your health?” Then, in a playful tone, she added, “Did you miss me?”

“Of course we all did,” Mrs. Blackwood said, her voice brimming with joy. It had...