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151JOANA'S POVThrough the sheer curtains, the sun rays entered the room, and I didn’t feel tense like usual; I felt peace instead. Caleb still had his arms draped around me as if I was something he had to guard. I indulged in the warm atmosphere for some more time, only to hear Ciara’s voice coming through the door a moment later.“Come on, Joana, we’ll miss out on the good ones if we’re late!”With a smile, I pulled myself out of Caleb’s strong embrace. He opened an eye and let out a lazy smile. “Looking for your wedding dress?”“Yes, I called Ciara to assist. Are you sure you will be able to survive without me?” I teased.He leaned in, kissed my knuckles, and let go after that. “Barely. Nevertheless, make sure to capture an image that amazes everyone.”“I’ll try.”In no time, I was dressed, had my hair in a ponytail, and picked up my bag. Just as I left the house, Ciara was already in the car, operating her phone and drinking coffee.Ever since starting her studies, she looked ful

153JOANA’S POVWith Clinton gone, I could tell the atmosphere had altered. His warmth disappeared as soon as I closed the door. This left a weird, unsettling feeling, chilly and raw, lingering there like clouds before a storm.I hadn’t finished my sentence when something soft began rustling from the nearest corner. The three children moved in their sleep.“Mommy?” I heard Jake’s voice first, and he sounded tired and concerned.I looked over to the left very slowly. “I’m doing fine, sweetheart.”Before I knew it, they had surrounded me and began firing away with questions. She wondered if I was dying. They asked me if the IV coming in me meant I was getting surgery. I tried to make them laugh lightly to calm the situation.Caleb got near them, bending down to look at them at the same height. “Okay, kiddos. Sleep will help Mommy recover from all her hard work. A trip to the kitchen for pudding would be a delight. It’s possible that Nana made the best one using coconut cream.”Mirabel