Chapter 22 — EliEli’s POVThe room was quiet… but not really.There were soft whispers, small laughs, and the kind of secret excitement only children understand.Eli and Ella sat on the floor with their phones in their hands, speaking in low voices so their mother wouldn’t hear them. The curtains were drawn, but soft afternoon light still slipped through, wrapping the room in a warm, almost hidden glow.“If that man… if Mr. Ben really becomes our dad,” Ella said, her eyes shining with excitement, “then we’ll be truly happy. Really happy.”Eli nodded slowly. His expression was serious, but there was a small smile at the corner of his lips.“Yes,” he said. “He’s kind. He protected us. He didn’t judge us. I think… he could be a good father.”Ella smiled at him. “And Mama would be happier too, I think.”Eli picked up his phone, hesitating for only a second before dialing. His heart was beating fast, but his decision was firm.“I’m going to call him,” he said quietly. “I need to thank him
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