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As we got closer to the house, Alan suddenly said, “Hey, Ariana, do you mind helping me bring the Baby’s Delight package from Dalia Lou restaurant?” I stared at the back of his head, confused because he hadn’t turned to look at me. Then I glanced at the back of Dana’s head, equally puzzled. “I don

A few weeks went by. Great ones, honestly. Leon had settled into school, made friends, and was having the time of his life with Dana’s daughter, Rosie. Everything felt smooth, natural—and easy. I say this, I guess, to paint the picture that Alan hadn’t come back. Just like he said, maybe a day, a we

“I already told you...” I started. But Maria cut in, her voice turning serious. “Listen… if you really love Dana,” she said, her tone careful now, “and if she truly is the only family that man has left, then you won’t get close to him. Not like that.” She shook her head, eyes narrowing with quiet

The moment the words left my mouth....“Okay. Let’s do it.” the entire table burst into a cheer. Dana clapped her hands. “Yes! Oh my God, you’re going to love it. I promise.” Alan gave me a slow, satisfied grin that made my stomach flip in a way I was not going to acknowledge. “Best birthday ever

She wouldn’t just leave without saying anything. Would she? I sat down again, uneasy now. My fingers fiddled with a napkin on the table. A few minutes passed, maybe longer before Alan returned. His face was unreadable. “Hey,” I said quickly, standing up. “What did they say? Are they okay?” “The