Ellie’s POV.
The seven ended up sleeping over at our place that night. They crammed themselves into the other room, while Lavinia and I shared the room we usually slept in.
We all played a board game and agreed not to use our phones until past midnight. Just laughing and talking with everyone like there was nothing else to worry about. I honestly had so much fun. I couldn’t stop smiling the whole time.
Later that night, I found myself staring out the window, looking up at the stars. I may not have had the best luck when it came to my own family, but somehow, life still gave me something beautiful. It gave me them.
When everything in my world fell apart, they were the ones who showed up. They were there to catch me when I felt like I couldn’t stand anymore. Even when I didn’t ask for he
