She watched her daughter once more as she laughed with her new friend Rita. They looked so happy which made Melissa's face c***k open a smile. She was grateful to see Roxanne look so full of life and joy.
“Ah, dear… I truly wish you were here to see this” Melissa smiled.
Her mind drifted back to when Roxanne fainted and Asher appeared.
“I-It’s you… Why are you here?” She let out with shock and suspicion.
“That doesn’t matter now. Hmmm, it looks like exhaustion. She'll need some rest and warmth. This blanket won't do…" He muttered as he glanced over to Roxanne.
He carried her in his arms and placed her close to his chest. Melissa raised her hands and stretched them toward Roxanne in protest, however, a single gaze from Asher made her freeze in her movement.
“Don’t even t
