"What are you doing here?" Noah inquired the moment his eyes landed on Matthew, who was now standing at the cottage door.
"Sir…" Matthew said with difficulty, still catching his breath. "Chair—"
"Uncle!" Aurora happily ran toward him. "Did you come here because you miss me?" With her eyes sparkling, she looked up as she reached his side.
"Oh, hi Aurora!" Matthew's smile appeared instantly. Despite his current rush, he ensured that the girl in front of him had his attention. "How did you know I missed you?" He crouched down, getting to her eye level, and playfully pinched her cheeks. "Can I talk to your dad for a moment?" He gently caressed her hair.
Aurora nodded and turned to look at Noah. "Dad… Uncle Matt wants to talk to you…"
