ELLIANA'S POV My mum smiled, happy to hear about our blossoming relationship. "That's great, sweetie. I'm always here for you both, no matter what." I hugged her, feeling grateful for her love and support. "Thanks, Mum. That means everything to me." As we loaded the dishwasher and cleaned up the kitchen, I realized that this was what I needed – a loving family, a supportive mum, and a sense of belonging. And with my new job and Max by my side, I felt like I was exactly where I was meant to be. The next day, I woke up feeling refreshed and ready to tackle another day at the coffee shop. As I got dressed and headed downstairs, my mum called out, "Good luck, sweetie! Have a great day!" I smiled and waved, grabbing a quick breakfast before heading out the door. The morning air was crisp a

