The next morning, Miranda woke up feeling well rested after a full night of sleep. Spring was fully in the air.She wore a soft white blouse with a fitted skirt, and her hair was tied back in a low bun. A few loose strands fell by her ears, softening her features and giving her a gentle, elegant look.That morning, Mia wanted Miranda to take her to school, and Miranda had agreed. Holding Mia’s hand, she stepped outside and wasn’t surprised to find Felix leaning against the wall, waiting.He was dressed simply in a black shirt and matching dress pants, which made his gray-white hair look even colder somehow.“Morning,” Felix said, straightening up. His voice was a little hoarse.Mia happily ran over and wrapped herself around his arm. “Daddy, let Mommy take me to school today, okay?”Miranda looked up at Felix. He looked composed, but the bloodshot eyes gave away the fact that he had been up all night.“I’ll take Mia to school. You should go home and get some rest,” Miranda said.
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