Aluella smiled gently at Wanda, her eyes radiating a comforting calm. "Well, I guess sometimes surprising things happen when you least expect them, don't they?" she said, her voice carrying a touch of wisdom and serenity.
Wanda nodded, still a little stunned, but beginning to feel more at ease. "Yes, you're right." She looked at her father, who was watching the interaction with a satisfied smile. "It seems a lot has changed in my absence."
Victor sighed, his expression softening as he took Wanda's hand. "Yes, many things have changed, my dear. But the most important thing is that we're all together again." He paused and looked tenderly at Aluella. "And I'm sure you and Aluella will get along very well."
