Cassie’s heart pounded as the plane’s wheels screeched against the tarmac, the vibrations running through her seat and up her spine.It wasn’t just the landing... it was everything that she's about to face and do.This country wasn’t just a place on the map; it was memories, love, betrayal, loss, and unspoken promises.She closed her eyes for a moment, tightening her grip on the small, warm hand beside her.“Mommy! We’re here!” Emily’s sweet, excited voice snapped her out of her thoughts.Cassie turned, the sight of her daughter’s wide blue eyes grounding her. Emily looked so much like Nikolai... those same piercing eyes, that undeniable sparkle—but her smile, her stubborn chin, her energy… that was all Cassie.“Yes, baby, we’re here,” Cassie said softly, forcing a smile as she brushed a strand of hair from Emily’s forehead.When they finally walked off the plane and into the bustling airport, Cassie inhaled deeply, almost shivering. The air smelled the same as it had four years ago.
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