Athena's POV
The following morning, Ralph and I both woke up. He ventured on his routine morning exercise, while I indulged in a refreshing shower.
Descending the stairs, I made my way to my parents' room, anticipating their early awakening. A gentle knock preceded my father unlocking the door.
“Baba,” I greeted him, a smile gracing my face. The reality of the moment settled in, it was not a dream but an actual reality.
“Good morning,” he replied warmly, enveloping me in a hug.
“And where is Mama?” I inquired after our embrace.
“In the bathroom,” he responded, and I nodded in understanding.
Taking a seat on the couch, my eyes were pulled to an array of snacks on the table. Unable to resist, I reached for them.
“Athena,” my mother's voice called out as she emerged from the b
