Payton’s POV
Wow… this place is incredible. I could stay here forever.
I sat on a wooden bench in the middle of a breathtaking garden, surrounded by fields of wildflowers in every color imaginable—vibrant pinks, deep purples, sunny yellows, and soft whites that swayed gently in the breeze. It felt like spring had decided to stay forever. Everything shimmered under a warm, golden light, and the air smelled like fresh rain and honeysuckle. But the best part? My dad was right beside me, his arm around my shoulders, my head resting against his chest. For the first time in forever, the heavy weight I’d been carrying lifted. No more troubles. No more worries. Just peace.
“I just want to be here with you,” I whispered.
Dad chuckled softly, the sound vibrating through his chest as he ruffled m
