The question rang out so clearly that all three adults froze.Vivian blinked in confusion and asked curiously, “Mia, why would you say that?”Mia widened her eyes and answered matter-of-factly, “That’s what Aunt Sienna told me. She said Uncle Leo is going to be family.”Susan’s face flushed instantly. She crouched down and said hurriedly, “Mia, Aunt Sienna was just talking nonsense. Don’t take it seriously.”Miranda reacted as well. She bent down and said gently, “Mia, those aren’t things you should say out loud, okay?”Mia nodded, half understanding, her big eyes full of confusion. “But Aunt Sienna said—”“She was wrong,” Susan cut in quickly, shooting Leo an awkward glance.“Leo, kids don’t really understand these things. Please don’t take it to heart.”Leo smiled faintly, calm and composed. “It’s fine.”“Mia, say goodbye to Uncle Leo,” Miranda said softly.Mia waved at Leo, and Leo took Vivian’s hand. “We’ll head out first, then.”After Leo left, Susan let out a quiet sig
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