Thomas Smith hopped and jumped, carrying his signature liveliness and infectious energy. Andrew followed behind him, watching Thomas with genuine affection and heartache for the child.
After paying the taxi fare, Emma Smith hurried towards her residential area, her steps filled with a never-before-experienced anxiety, yet still wanting to slow down.
Because, every detail along the way was so familiar. Each blade of grass, each tree seemed to be engraved with the memories of her and Tommy playing together.
When Emma's neighborhood came into view, she almost started running, but she resisted the urge, pressing on step by step towards her home.
Upon arriving at the entrance to Andrew's home, Emma took a deep breath and rang the doorbell.
