(3rd POV ˃̵ᴗ˂̵)
Ryan’s eyes are fixed on Hazel the whole time, his concern deepening with each passing moment.
They’re all seated at the long, rectangular dining table—the supposed Zephyr family.
Lennox is seated at the head of the table and by his right is Hazel, detached from what’s going on around her.
By his left is Melody, little and cute, smiling brightly as if she understands what the adults are talking about. Beside Melody is her older half-brother, Ryan, his full attention focused on Hazel. And sitting next to Hazel is Selene, forcefully laughing for validation from Lennox. Finally, there's Rafa, occupying the seat beside Selene.
They’re all at the table for mere breakfast, just for the warm welcome of Lennox. If not, you’d never see them seated together like this in th
