Kaida
When we finally got home, I felt the day’s activities settle over me like a heavy blanket. It had been an emotional rollercoaster—meeting Bastian’s mother, dealing with her veiled hostility, and now trying to make sense of my own feelings. But as I closed the door behind me, I let out a long breath, grateful to be back in the comfort of our home.
Dahlia glanced over at me as she kicked off her shoes, her eyes full of concern. “You okay?”
I nodded, forcing a small smile. “Yeah, I’m fine. Just… processing everything.”
She came over and gave me a quick hug. “Take it easy tonight. If you need me, I’ll be in my room. Ben’s coming over later, so I’ll be up for a bit.”
“Thanks,” I said, hugging her back. “I’ll be fine.”
Dahlia smiled before heading to her room, and I made my way to mi
