◇Nora◇
The kids zipped around in their tiny cars, laughter ringing through the garden like music. They chased after Kate, who played along, pretending to flee in exaggerated panic, her hands in the air, dramatic gasps escaping her mouth.
Dean chuckled, his eyes following the chaos with quiet amusement, he sat beside her on the weathered garden bench, a rare moment of calm settling over them.
She watched the children with a soft smile on her lips for a while, then without turning to look at him, she whispered, her voice frail but steady.
“Please promise me you will take care of my daughter.”
“After I'm gone, you will be the only one she has.” She turned slowly to look at him.
“ I know your marriage isn't real.”
She gently said, her eyes never leaving his.
“She didn't have to tell
