ALLISON.

Daniel snickered, a flicker of playfulness in his eyes. “I guess I just got lucky.”

He carefully walked over to the crib and leaned down, his hands steady as he placed her inside. He adjusted the blanket around her, tucking it under her tiny arms.

“I guess she’ll be able to sleep well now,” I said softly, leaning over the crib to get a better look at her.

Daniel nodded, his eyes fixed on Amaris. “She’s beautiful. I still can’t believe she’s mine.”

I tilted my head, studying her delicate features. “You know, I read somewhere that babies’ eyes are usually bluish-gray when they’re born, but they change as...