The early morning sun filtered through the curtains, casting a soft glow over the room. The air was filled with the gentle rustling of sheets as Serena sat at the edge of Leo’s bed, brushing his neatly combed brown hair with her fingers. He was already dressed in his tiny school uniform—navy blue pants, a crisp white shirt, and a matching blazer that made him look far too grown-up for her liking.
"Are you excited?" Serena asked, forcing a smile as she fastened the small buttons on his blazer.
Leo’s bright blue eyes gleamed with curiosity. "Yes! Evelyn said school is where I’ll make friends."
Serena swallowed the lump in her throat. The idea of him being around so many people, exposed to the world beyond their quiet little life, made her uneasy. What if someone recognized her? What if Al
