Aliana’s POV

The morning sun poured through the windows, casting a warm golden glow across our bedroom. It was still early, but the house was already stirring with life. The sound of tiny feet pattering across the hallway, Mercy’s soft voice coaxing Bella into her clothes, and the occasional excited squeal from our little girl filled the air.

Today was going to be a good day.

We had planned this trip to the playground during dinner last night. It had been a while since we all went out together, just to enjoy the simple things. No business talk, no stress—just a day for the kids to run free and have...