Lucas' Point of view

When I first entered Lily's apartment, I was struck by the subtle aroma of freshly baked cookies and the cake, it was inviting I wanted to have a taste as soon as possible. As he played with the toy set I had brought him last week, a small wooden train that connected with magnets, Aiden's laughter drifted from the living room.

"Uncle Lucas!" As I stepped in, Aiden’s sparkling eyes lit up with delight, and he called out.

"Hey, champion!" I knelt down to mess up his hair as I greeted him. "What are you building here?"

"A train!" With a triumphant gesture, Aiden displayed an...