LAURA'S HOUSE
Miguel stood at Laura’s door, balancing shopping bags filled with gifts for Lily and Max. He had barely knocked before the door swung open, revealing Laura. She greeted him politely and stepped aside to let him in.
“Hey,” she said, offering a small smile as she closed the door behind him.
"Hey! How're you doing?" Miguel asked, stepping inside.
"I'm good. Have a seat," Laura replied, gesturing toward the living room.
Miguel took a deep breath, trying to relax. “Where are the kids?”
Laura took a seat. “They’re not home.”
Miguel frowned. “Not home?” He shifted the bags in his hands. “It’s Saturday evening, where did they go?"
“They’re out with my friend,” Laura said casually as she stood up and walked toward the kitchen.
Miguel’s posture stiffened, but he forced himsel
