Azlynn’s P.O.V.

I looked down at Hayley as my breath hitched, trembling my heart. Xavion stiffened beside me, slowly turning towards her. His expressions shifted from stunned to wide-eyed joy in a heartbeat.

“You want to go back?” He asked in awe.

Hayley nodded shyly. “Yes, savior uncle. Mommy smiles more when you are around. I wish to see her smile daily.”

I laughed at Hayley’s response, a choking sound of disbelief and tenderness. But before I could say a word, Xavion bent down swiftly and scooped her into his arms.

“My princess!” He spoke happily, “Do you know what you just did?”

Hayley glanced at him with incredulity.

“No,...