Ice cream!

Ariana's heart swelled with pride and love for her daughter. She crouched down to Sydney's eye level, her voice filled with warmth. "You already are, Sydney. You have strength, kindness, and a brave heart. That's what makes a true superhero."

Sydney beamed, her face glowing with joy. "Thank you, Mama. I love you."

"I love you too, my honey bee," Ariana whispered, her voice filled with all the love a mother could muster.

"Ariana!" The home room teacher screamed out as she waved, she was busy handling other kids so she could not greet Ariana properly. "Don't forget to attend the PTA meeting!"

"Alright, Miss Johnson!"

As Ariana settled into the car seat next to Sydney, she took a deep breath, trying to calm the remnants of her racing heart. She glanced at her watch, realizing that she had some unfinished business that needed attention. She needed to call Zoey to know how the rest of the meeting went.

"Sydney, sweetheart, can Mama make a quick call to her assistant? It won't take long,