ZOE'S POV
"Welcome back Zoe." Austin said as he opened the front door. His voice was calm. “It's great to have you home.”
I walked in quietly, looking around like a stranger. Technically, I was. The air was fresh. The lights were warm and inviting. A vase of fresh lilies sat by the door and two staff members came forward.
“Welcome home ma’am” they said together, smiling.
I smiled and nodded. Home. It felt strange inside.
The floor was made of marble. The space was beautiful. Everything was nicely arranged and I still didn't feel like I fit.
Then I heard him.
“Mommy!”
Little feet came running down the stairs. A little boy—Jamie ran straight into my arms. Austin’s voice followed immediately behind, worried. “Jamie! Slow down. Mommy is not fully recovered.”
I knelt down and hugged
