last part

Time skip//

After 5 years,

In Bangtan House,

The living room of the Bangtan house was changed now, The kids of the family were grown up, became mature except the younger one, right now The living room looked like a mini battlefield

Sofa cushions were on the floor,Toy blocks were scattered across the carpet, Crayon drawings had found their way onto the white walls and right in the center of it all, two little tornados were wrestling over a single biscuit packet as if it held the key to the universe

Taesha, being 7 years old now, was glaring at Little Jungwoo, now 5 years old bunny boy

Taesha : It's mine, Jungwoo! I saw it first! *angry*

Jungwoo : Noona! I touched it first! You're cheating! Moooooom! Look--

Taesha : I'm older! That makes me the leader! And Leaders get biscuits first! *proudly*

Jungwoo : *chuckled* You're the leader of your face! Give it back! *annoyed*

He tried to snatch it and Suddenly, Taesha jumped on top of him, trying to snatch it from his hands, Jungwoo rolled under the table, screaming, while holding the packet like it was the last treasure on Earth, On the couch, the rest of the gang of mini humans just sat and watched with wide eyes

Taewon : You two! Stop it I said! *worried*

Nihaan : Guys! Stop it! What are you doing? *worried*

Jiwoo : They're too funny! *laughed*

Taewon : Jiwoo! Please! *stern* it's not funny!

Taewon stood up to stop them but Jungwoo slipped while running in circles and Taesha leapt onto his back like a seasoned warrior, both screaming at the top of their lungs until two voices got their attention

Jungkook : YAH! STOP RIGHT THERE, BUNNY BOY! *angry*

Jungwoo : Dad? *shocked*

Hwang : WHAT IS GOING ON HERE? *shocked*

Jungkook and Hwang entered there, Both dressed in dad mode, Jungkook in joggers and a hoodie, Hwang with a cap on backward, holding two mugs of coffee that immediately got forgotten, Each grabbed one child by the collar likebangry uncles breaking up a WWE tag team match

Hwang : Taesha! Baby! Leave him--

Taesha : He said I look like a fried potato! Uncle! *angry*

Jungwoo : so what did I say wrong? *scoffed*

Jungkook : aish! Jungwoo, baby! You're supposed to be the sweet brother, not a spicy raccoon! *annoyed*

Jungwoo : But she tried to steal my snack! Look at her face! She's scary! *scoffed*

Taesha : What? *angry* am I look scary? Uncle Hwang!

She turned her glare to Hwang who gulped and nervously smiled

Hwang : You're Taehyung hyung's daughter! Baby! How can I say no--

Jungwoo : *laughed* Did you see? Uncle Hwang also thinks you're scary--

Hwang : W-what? no! I didn't say--

Taesha : Jungwoo! You're gone now! *angry*

She pushed Hwang aside and pulled Jungwoo by his collar, she was about to Punch him but Hwang picked her up in his arms and sat on other side of the couch

Hwang : Why are you so like your dad? *worried* baby! Leave him--

Taesha : He started it! *angry*

Hwang : Okay fine! I'm giving your another packet! Leave him! *worried*

Taesha sat quietly and Hwang took out another packets from the upper drawer, He offered both of them and they sat at opposite ends of the couch still glaring at each other but now with biscuit crumbs on their faces

Taesha : Bunny boy! *mumbled & scoffed*

Jungwoo : *glared at her* Dad, she called me a bunny boy again! *angry*

Taesha : Because you hop like one when you cry! *rolled her eyes*

Hwang : Guys! Enough please! *annoyed* now you both got your biscuits!

Hwang and Jungkook finally flopped onto the couch like exhausted war veterans amd another dramatic entry turned heads, From the stairs, soft little feet could be heard tapping on the floor

Haeun, Hwang & Y/n's daughter, now 5 years old, a petite girl with soft straight hair, her mother's cute face, and her father's eyes with signature pout walked in, her little lips pursed in annoyance as she was tugging the hand of a crying boy

Behind her, sniffing with a red nose and frowning, came Junseo, Jungkook and Kwisha's second son, Now 4 years old, looking like he just lost a battle he started

Haeun : Daddy! *mumbled*

Hwang : *turned to his daughter* Yes my baby! What happened? *smile*

Haeun : Daddy! Junseo again hit me for no reason! *soft*

Junseo : What? I just...just touched her braid! And she...she glared like a tiger! *annoyed*

Jungkook : Yaah! You both brothers! Can't you let me live in peace? Huh? *angry*

He stood up from the couch and Junseo tried hiding behind the couch, and his dad marched after him like a man about to make an empty threat

Jungkook : I told you before! No hitting! Say sorry to Noona! Right now! Or no ice cream! *angry*

Junseo peeked from behind the couch, then pouted even harder

Junseo : But she stared at me like...like Mom stares you when you eat chips in bed! *annoyed*

There was a moment of awkward silence and then Hwang, still lying on the couch like a dead fish, raised his brows, smirking as he slowly turned his head to face Jungkook with pure amusement dancing in his eyes

Hwang : What did you say? Champ! Your Mom scolds your dad? *smirk*

Jungkook : Hwang! *angry*

Junseo : *nodded* Even hits him if he--

Jungkook : H-hey! *embarrassed* W-what are you saying? Do you want a punishment? Huh? Don't think I won't punish! *angry*

Hwang : Oho...did I just hear that Daddy Jeon tried to scold his sons? Since when, Jungkookah? *smirk*

Jungkook : Don't start! Hwang! *annoyed*

Hwang : No no, please! Go ahead! I want to see how much authority you hold in your own house!? *smirk*

He sat up slowly, dusting his t-shirt like a drama king and Crossed his arms in front of Jungkook

Hwang : Let me guess...Kwisha will lecture you for even raising your eyebrow at her sons, won't she? *smirk*

Junseo : I'm my mumma's favorite! *bunny smile*

Hwang : That I know! Baby Jk 2.0! *smirk*

Jungkook : S-shut up! Hwang! A-and I'm not scared of her!

Taesha : *smirk* Yes, you are! Uncle jk! Don't lie!

Jungwoo : Even I'm! *pout*

Jungkook looked at him and gave a dramatic eye roll, knowing he had no reputation left to defend, especially in front of this savage group

Meanwhile, Haeun, the quietest one of the bunch, had walked over slowly toward her father, who was now sitting cross legged on the couch, she blinked up at him with those soft doe eyes so much like her mother's and then without a word, plopped herself into his lap, curling like a kitten

Haeun : Daddy! *soft*

Hwang : Yes baby! *soft*

He smiled and She buried her face into his chest, her small arms were wrapping around his waist and Hwang wrapped his arms around her protectively, pulling her closer and slowly started caressing her back in small circles

He leaned down and pressed a gentle kiss on top of her head

Hwang : Did this baby jk bother you that much? Baby! *soft*

Haeun : *muffled into his chest* He pulled my braid but I didn't cry! Because I'm strong! *pout*

Hwang : *sad smile* Of course, you are! Just like Mumma! *soft*

He looked down and Hwang, who once lived in a world of boardrooms and billion dollar stress, now looked like the softest version of himself, sitting cross legged on the couch with his daughter cradled in his arms like a fragile flower

Just then, footsteps echoed from the stairs and Yoonjun, Suga Aria's son, now 16 years old, dressed in his school uniform, a backpack slung over one shoulder came trotting down, He paused halfway on the stairs when he spotted little Haeun lazily rubbing her eyes in Hwang's arms

Yoonjun : Good morning! Everyone! Good morning uncles!

Jungkook : Morning! *annoyed*

Hwang : Morning buddy! *smile*

Yoonjun : *nodded* Umm! Angel! *soft*

Haeun blinked and looked up when Yoonjun called her out, All of her cousins called her angel for a reason and she felt so special after all she was the daughter of Y/n, The only sister of 7 brothers

Haeun : hmm? *blinked*

Yoonjun : Dad's calling you upstairs! *smile*

Haeun : Huh? *confused* Suga Appa? *pout*

Yoonjun : *nodded* Yeah! Just go there! Bye! *smile*

He caressed her hair and left for his school, Haeun stood up from Hwang's lap, leaving for Suga's room but stopped, she turned to her dad for confirmation and Hwang smiled

Haeun : Daddy! Can I go? *tilted her head*

Hwang : *chuckled* You've already turned halfway around! Go on, troublemaker! *smile*

With a small giggle, she dashed toward the stairs,she climbed one step at a time with exaggerated sneaky moves and sneaked inside his room, Suga wasn't in his room but He heard her soft padded steps before she even spoke

Haeun : Suga Appa? are you there? *soft*

She looked around and saw Suga was standing in the balcony, He turned, And Haeun widened her eyes when she saw two big, plush soft toys, One of a giant cotton cloud plushie with sleepy eyes, and another of a galaxy colored bunny with long floppy ears

Suga : Someone loves these plushie! But I don't remember who? *pout*

Haeun : *gasped* The sleeping cloud!! The space bunny!! These are my favorite! *excited*

She darted inside with wide arms, jumping straight into Suga's arms before grabbing the plushies with excitement that lit up her whole face

Haeun : Oh my god! Appa! I saw them online! I've been asking daddy for six months! *pout*

Suga : *chuckled* I know!

He crouched down to her level and smiled, gently placed a kiss on her forehead and caressed her soft cheeks as she hugged the toys tightly

Suga : You don't have to beg your dad, baby! Just tell me, hmm? Suga Appa will bring you anything you want! You just have to ask to me,not your idiot dad! *smile*

Haeun giggled at the word idiot, though she adored her dad like the stars in the sky

Haeun : But Daddy says no because I already have two playrooms! *pout*

Suga : And yet somehow no space for bunnies? What a shame! *pout*

He leaned forward and tapped her nose

Suga : That's why uncles exist! To spoil you when your dad says no! *winked*

She giggled again, holding her plushies like they were golden treasure, She leaned in and gave Yoongi a tight hug around his neck as her cheek brushing against his soft hoodie

Haeun : Thank you, Suga Appa! You're the best! Don't tell Daddy, okay? *pout*

Suga : *chuckled* Okay! Cross my heart! Our little secret!

As he stood up, he watched her twirl once in joy, hugging her new toys to her chest, Suga smiled and From the doorway, Jhope came inside, holding a file in one hand and a pen in other hand

Jhope : Hyung! you forgot to sign here--

His bright eyes landed on Haeun immediately, and his words paused mid sentence, He smiled wide and genuinely touched, seeing her so happy

Jhope : Oh so our sunshine got her dream plushies? *chuckled* So cute!

Haeun's head shot up and she smiled widely, showing her new plushies to Jhope

Haeun : Hobi Appa!! Look!! It's Bunbun and Dreamy Cloud! Suga Appa gave them to me! *excited*

She proudly held up both toys and Jhope knelt in front of her

Jhope : Aigoo...finally! Our princess got her royal plushie court! Congratulations, my cutie! *chuckled*

Haeun : Thank you, Hobi Appa! *giggled*

Jhope : They're soooo soft! But not as soft as your chubby cheeks! Can I pinch them? *pout*

She giggled again and leaned forward, letting him playfully squeeze her cheeks

Meanwhile, Suga walked over silently and took the file from Jhope's hand, flipping through the papers and pulling out a pen to sign

While Yoongi quietly signed the documents at the desk, Jhope sat down beside Haeun on the rug, crossing his legs just like hers, He looked at her lovingly, brushing a strand of her hair behind her ear

Jhope : Is everything okay, sunshine? No one's bothering you here, right? Not even Junseo and Jungwoo? *concerned*

Haeun : *shook her head* Nooo, no one is! Junseo is chaotic but he says sorry later! I'm really happy here! *smile*

Suga smiled a little and Jhope felt relaxed but Her voice suddenly dropped and Her hands gripped the plushies tighter

Haeun : But.. *pout*

Jhope : But? But what? Baby? *confused*

She hesitated for a second and blinked at Jhope

Haeun : Daddy said we're moving from this house! *pout* In two weeks! He said we'll shift back to our house! *looked down* Because it's not our home! We've to live with grandma and grandpa! *pout* But I don't want to leave you! *looked up* I want to stay here forever with you all! Appa! With you? with Suga Appa... TaeTae Appa...Jiminie Appa.. everyone! *sad*

She sniffled once, hiding her face behind her bunny and The sight pierced Jhope's heart like a pin through soft fabric, He immediately pulled her into a warm hug, wrapping his arms tightly around her tiny frame and Suga's hand stopped on the papers

Jhope : Aigoo... my little angel...listen to Hobi Appa carefully! *soft*

He pulled back and cupped her cheeks with both hands, looking straight into her tear brimmed eyes

Jhope : You are not going anywhere! Do you know why? *soft*

Haeun : W-why? *sniffed*

Suga : Because your dad can't win against us! *smile*

Haeun looked up and Suga knelt down to her level with a smile

Suga : Even your daddy can't take you away from here! We won't let him! He says two weeks? We'll not let him go for two lives! *winked*

Haeun giggled slightly and Jhope caressed her hair

Jhope : I'll glue him to the floor if needed! *smile*

Haeun : *giggle* Really?

Jhope : absolutely! no one can take Our princess away if she doesn't want to! Her seven appa won't allow! *smile*

Her giggles turned into a wide smile and She threw her arms around Jhope's neck again and squeezed him tight

Haeun : I love you, Hobi Appa! *smile*

Jhope : I love you more! My sunshine! *soft*

He placed a light kiss on her forehead, just as Suga stood up and gently ruffled her hair, Jhope took his file and left after taking a look on Haeun

After an hour, Yaana, Suga & Aria's daughter, Now 13 years old, pushed the half open door gently and peeked inside her parents room, She had just come home from school and her little shoulder bag still hanging off one side, she came to meet her dad but when she stepped inside, her big eyes landed on a sight that made her freeze for a second

Her dad was sitting on the edge of the bed, leaning forward slightly, resting his chin on his hand, just watching Haeun with a soft smile that melted the air around him, There was something so gentle in the way he looked at her, like he was watching a star being born

Yaana bit her lip and placed her bag down, she loved Haeun, She really, truly did but something pinched a little in her heart and that was that galaxy bunny was something Yaana had wanted too, She'd mentioned it weeks ago during a shopping trip, but her mother had told her gently, "Next time, sweetheart! You already have a bag full"

And there it was, In Haeun's arms and that smile on her Appa's face, it used to be just for her once, Just for his little Yaana, Her eyes welled up slightly, and before the tears could even make sense to her, she walked straight to her father and hugged him tightly, she didn't know that her dad brought those plushies for her too

Yaana : Appa! *soft*

Suga blinked Surprisingly but smiled quickly and wrapped his arms around her,He pulled her into his lap and Yaana snuggled into his chest, Haeun looked at her and blinked

Suga : *chuckled* hmm? What happened to My princess? *soft* did Yoon say anything to you?

She didn't reply for a moment, Just buried her face into his neck, breathing in his scent and then looked up

Yaana : I want these plushies too! *pout*

Suga : *blinked* Huh? *chuckled* plushies? Huh? Didn't my princess say she's now grown up! and doesn't want any teddy now! *teasing*

Yaana pouted and buried her face on his chest

Yaana : No! I was wrong! Now I want these plushies! *pout* Mom denied for it but I want it! *angry*

Suga chuckled and planted a soft kiss on her head, gently swaying her in his arms, he couldn't hide his smile and rested her chin on her head

Suga : Of course! My princess! How can your mom deny to my princess? I'll scold her! *smile*

Yaana : No! *looked up* Don't scold Mom! She's right because I'm now grown up! *pout*

Suga : But still her appa's cute little princess! *soft* and how can her appa say no to her? *chuckled* I already brought your favorite one!

Yaana : *shocked* W-What? Really?

Suga : *nodded* Really! *smile* It's in your room!

Yaana's small frown disappeared instantly, replaced by the tiniest smile, The jealousy, like fog under sunlight, began to fade, she was about to jump off and run to her room but Suga gently tucked a loose strand of her hair behind her ear

Suga : But before that! I want you do something for me! *soft* princess!

Yaana : *blinked* what?

Suga : look at Haeun! Princess! *soft*

Yaana turned a bit, glancing toward Haeun, who was still humming and talking to her plushies like she was hosting a tea party with imaginary guests

Suga : She's all alone here! You've always been her cool big sister, haven't you? *soft*

Yaana : *nodded* Yes!

Suga : Then go be her sunshine! Princess! Take her to your room! Play with her! Share some of those toys you have! *smile*

Yaana : *paused and then nodded* Okay appa! *smile*

Suga smiled proudly and leaned in, placing another kiss on her forehead

Suga : That's my princess! *smile*

Yaana carefully slid off his lap, straightened her school skirt, and walked toward Haeun, She knelt beside her and tapped the younger girl's shoulder gently

Yaana : Angel! *smile*

Haeun : *looked up* Yaana unnie! See my bunbun! *smile*

Yaana : *chuckled* that's cute! Angel! Want to come to my room and play dress up? We can be princesses and... your bunny can come too! *excited*

Haeun : Yes! Really? *excited*

Yaana giggled and held her hand out

Yaana : Yes! Let's go! *chuckled*

The two girls walked out hand in hand, Haeun bouncing with joy, and Yaana looking back once, only to find her Appa watching them both now with that same glowing smile and this time it felt right

Suga : *in mind* Raising your daughter without your presence is difficult, Kitten! *looked down*

On the other side,

Yaana and Haeun were walking toward Yaana's room but just as they reached the turn near the indoor poolside corridor, two familiar figures came into view

Taehyan and Jaemin, now 11 years old mischievous naughty boys, standing in front of Haeun and Yaana, Both boys with waterdrops still dripping slightly from their earlier dive in the pool, were barefoot and in black swim shorts, Their hair stuck to their foreheads and their smile were suspiciously wide, the kind of look that usually meant trouble

Taehyan : Hello Noona! *smirk*

Jaemin : Look who we found roaming around like tiny queens! *laughed*

Yaana raised an eyebrow while Haeun blinked at them innocently

Haeun : *blinked* We're going to play dress up, Jaemin Oppa! *pout*

Jaemin : *laughed* what? Dress up? In a house where the pool party is ON? How can we let that happen! *smirk*

Haeun : *doe eyes* But I don't know swimming---

Taehyan : We'll teach you! Angel! *smile*

Before she could say more, Jaemin swooped down and picked her up like a sack of marshmallows, Haeun squealed and her tiny arms clutched her plushie tighter as she dangled in the air

Haeun : *shocked* J-Jaemin oppa! Put me down! *worried*

Yaana : Jaemin! What are you doing?! She doesn't want to go! *annoyed*

She crossed her arms and Taehyan sighed

Taehyan : Oh come on! noona! Everyone is there except Yoon Hyung! please come! *annoyed*

Yaana : Except Yoon oppa? Then where's he? *confused*

Taehyan : *rolled his eyes* he said he has a school project! But I know *smirk* he went to meet his girlfriend!

Jaemin spun slowly in place with Haeun in his arms like he was presenting a princess to the water kingdom

Jaemin : Let him enjoy there and please come with us! Noona! it's your royal duty to be part of it now, Princess Haeun and Princess Yaana! *proudly*

Haeun : *giggled* I'm not ready for the royal water kingdom! Oppa!

Yaana : *crossed her arms* You two are so mean sometimes! Taehyan! Jaemin! Should I complain---

Before she could complete her sentence, Taehyan raised an eyebrow at her, and then, in one swift motion, he picked Yaana up bridal style

Yaana : *widened her eyes* T-Taehyan! Put me down! You're crazy! What are you doing? *shocked*

Taehyan : You're too dramatic, noona! We're just spreading joy! *smirk*

Jaemin : Or chaos? Same thing in this house! *laughed*

Yaana's legs flailed while she tried to keep her school skirt from flying up, glaring at both boys

Yaana : I'm going to tell Appa! *angry*

Taehyan : *smirk* He'll probably say, 'Take care of your younger cousins' See? That's what we're doing! *laughed* we're teaching our angel how to swim! *smirk*

Jaemin and Taehyan walked toward the poolside, now each holding one girl, Haeun was giggling helplessly and her bunny plushie now held high like a lifeline

Haeun : But what about my bunbun! Bunny can't swim either! *pout*

Jaemin : *smirk* Then we shall teach Bunny too! He'll graduate by sunset! *winked*

They entered in the poolside garden and every cousins turned to look at the new arrivals, Loud cheering followed when they saw Yaana and Haeun being carried like royal sacrifices

Nihaan : Finally! The queens of drama have arrived! *chuckled*

Jihye : Angel's here?! Aww, she looks so tiny in Jaemin's arms! *laughed*

Jihun : *shook his head* Taehyan! Be ready for the scolding if Yaana feel cold, Yoonjun hyung won't leave us--

Taehyan : I'm ready for it, Hyung! *winked*

Taewon : *scoffed* why's he so confident after getting scolded by him everyday! *annoyed*

Taesha : That's called Savage! Oppa! *smirk* You don't understand because you're an obedient kid!

Taewon : *turned to her* Don't you think you're too much speaking to your big brother? Princess? *narrowed his eyes*

Jiwoo : What did she say wrong? Oppa! *rolled her eyes* you don't know how many times I get scolding because you score good in your exams and I can't! *annoyed*

Jihye : Exactly! I don't know why Taewon and Nihaan are even sitting here? *laughed* They should be in their library!

Nihaan : *rolled his eyes* It's not funny! Ma'am!

He splashed water on her face and she glared at him before throwing him inside the pool, Jihye and Nihaan were now 12 years old, Sharing same birthdates but with different personalities

At that time, Taehyan spun Yaana slightly before gently placing her down on a lounge chair

Taehyan : Alright noona, you're safe! For now! *winked*

Yaana : *rolled her eyes* I swear I'm never talking to you both again!

Meanwhile, Jaemin carefully set Haeun down beside the kiddie pool where Jungwoo and Taesha were team up to bother Junseo

Jaemin helped Haeun to remove her slipper and looked at her with a smile as she was getting scared of water

Jaemin : Don't worry, Angel! I'll sit with you near the water! No swimming today, just splashing, Deal? *smile*

Haeun hesitated for a moment, then nodded with a smile, Taehyan noticed them and smirked before pushing Jaemin in the kiddie pool, Jaemin's face touched the surface and he turned back to Taehyan with a glare

Taehyan : oops! sorry! My feet slipped! *smirk*

Haeun : *chuckled* No that's not true! Oppa! You kicked him! *laughed*

Jaemin : Exactly! Angel! And now he's gone! *angry*

He splashed the water around and Haeun covered her face, Taehyan laughed and run to other side followed by Jaemin, at that time, Taesha was trying to help her big brother by blocking Jaemin's way and everyone was laughing on them

0In one corner, Jungwoo and Junseo were whispering like scheming little foxes, exchanging mischievous glances

Jungwoo : Done! *smirk* Let's put bubble foam in this bucket! When Hyung comes, splash! *laughed*

Junseo : Let's target Haeun noona. She's small! It'll be funny! *laughed*

Jungwoo : Okay then! That will be funny too! *smirk*

While everyone was distracted, they snuck behind one of the benches, mixed leftover bubble bath into a plastic bucket, and silently placed it near the corner where Haeun had just stepped down from the kiddie pool to dry her bunny plushie on a towel

Junseo : 1...2...3... Now! *smirk*

They pushed the bucket with their tiny feet and A loud splash followed, soapy water spilled across the tiles near Haeun's feet and she flinched, Her slipper slipped and she fell down with a soft thud, her tiny knees scraped the floor as her plushie flew from her hands

Haeun : aaahhhh! Appa! *crying*

Her small body trembled as her scraped knee began to sting and Her cheeks flushed pink, The water was now mixed with her tears and the moment didn't go unnoticed, Yaana, who was arranging towels with Jihye near the benches, turned sharply at the cry, Jihun and Nihaan, lounging nearby, immediately stood up, and Jaemin & Taehyan stopped immediately

Jaemin : ANGEL! *shocked*

Yaana : Angel?! What happened? *worried*

Nihaan : S-she fell down! *worried*

They run to her and as they reached Haeun, saw her bleeding knee and tear-streaked face, Yaana immediately crouched down and pulled her into her arms

Yaana : Shh! Angel! We're here! *worried*

Taehyan looked around the foamy water and glared at everyone

Taehyan : WHO DID THIS? *Angry*

He turned to the most chaotic duo and crossed his arms, Jihun being the eldest after Yoonjun came in the frame

Jihun : You two did this, didn't you?! *angry*

Junseo : *gulped* It was just a prank! Hyung!

Jungwoo : We didn't know she'd fall! *annoyed*

Nihaan : You both always take it too far! *angry* why do you always bother her?

Junseo and Jungwoo took a step back as all the older cousins stood around Haeun protectively, Haeun kept crying in Yaana's arms and her face was hidden in her cousin's shoulder, whispering through sobs

Haeun : D-daddy! *sniffed* I-I want my daddy! *sob*

Yaana : Angel! *worried*

Taehyan : Angel! We're here--

Haeun : N-no! *sniffed* I-I want appa! *Crying*

Jaemin : *gulped* O-okay! Okay! Please don't cry! I'm calling my dad here! *worried*

Before he could take a step, he saw Jin was coming to the pool side to check on them, holding a towel in one hand and a juice bottle in the other, humming softly only to be hit by the tension like a wave, he stopped mid step and looked at them

Jin : What happened? *confused*

He rushed over the moment he saw Haeun was crying and kneeling in Yaana's arms

Jin : My little princess! *soft* what happened, baby? *worried*

Yaana stood up and let Jin take Haeun in his arms, She immediately curled up against him, clutching his shirt as more tears poured

Haeun : I-i slipped... and i-it hurts! *sob*

Jin kissed her forehead and rubbing her back slowly, soothing her gently

Jin : It'll be alright--

Haeun : D-daddy! I want my Daddy! *sob*

Jin : Shh... Daddy is just in a very important meeting, sweetheart! He'll come back soon! *soft*

Haeun : But I want him now! *Crying*

Jin looked at her and carefully took her in his arms, he wiped her tears softly and kissed her temple

Jin : Tell you what, until he comes, how about you stay with me? *smile* Jin Appa will give you strawberry milk, your favorite cartoon, and we'll fix up Bunny together, hmm? *soft*

Haeun : *sob* O-okay!

He stood up, carefully adjusting her in his arms, one hand behind her head and the other under her legs, he turned to kids and smiled

Jin : I'll handle her! *smile* And boys...*stern*

He turned to Jungwoo and Junseo with his rare Dad Mode face

Jin : You'll both apologize later and clean up this mess! No play until then! *stern*

Junseo : Okay uncle Jin! sorry!

Jungwoo : Sorry! *looked down*

They both nodded, suddenly very aware of the line they crossed, Yaana, Jihye, and the rest sighed in relief, grateful that Jin stepped in with his trademark calmness

On the other side,

In dining room,

When Jin crossed the dining room, Taehyung and Jimin were seated across from each other on dining table, papers were spread out between them as they were discussing a new luxury car design for their brand's upcoming line

Jimin : I think We need to run a simulation--

Taehyung : But isn't it too much for our first car design!? *cold*

Jimin : Aish! No--

Before he could complete his sentence, he noticed Jin walking into the hallway carrying a small figure whose legs hung limp and head rested on his shoulder, Taehyung followed his gaze and turned to living room

Taehyung : Jin hyung? *confused*

Jimin : Is she Haeun? *confused*

Her head perked up slightly at the sound of his voice, She blinked, slowly turned, and Jin silently walked over to them, Taehyung gave her a warm smile and opened his arms

Taehyung : *smile* Come here! My baby princess! *soft*

Without hesitation, she climbed onto his lap and curled into him, her cheek was resting against his chest and Taehyung immediately began caressing her hair, letting her breathe in his calming scent as his arms wrapped protectively around her

Jimin : What happened to our little sunshine? *Soft*

Before Haeun could even answer, Jin sat beside him, placing the juice bottle on the table

Jin : Jungwoo and Junseo thought it'd be funny to pull a prank! They splashed foamy water and Haeun slipped! Scraped her knee! *worried*

Taehyung tensed slightly, while Jimin closed his eyes and sighed, rubbing his forehead

Jimin : Oh God...Jk's sons really are becoming little versions of him! Loud, chaotic, and always full of ideas! *shook his head*

Taehyung : Just like their dad when he was their age! Actually exactly like him! *annoyed*

Jimin chuckled lightly, trying to mask his frustration, but his eyes lingered on Haeun's tiny face

Jimin : but you're okay, right baby? *soft*

She gave a small nod but didn't say much, her fingers kept fiddling with the ribbon on her plushie And suddenly, she looked up at Taehyung with her big brown eyes searching his

Haeun : Tae Appa! *soft* am I weak? *blinked*

Both men paused, Taehyung's heart clenched, He immediately shook his head and lifted her chin softly, looking directly into her eyes

Taehyung : No, baby! Our Haeun is strong! *soft* So strong! Just like her mother! *sad smile*

Jimin smiled, watching the tender moment, but Haeun blinked again and whispered

Haeun : I don't want to be like mumma!I want to be like my daddy! *looked down*

That made all three uncles stop for a second, Taehyung's expression softened further, and he let out a deep chuckle

Taehyung : Okay then! You're your daddy's girl, happy? Brave and kind and full of sass! *chuckled*

Jimin : That's true! Hwang's mini version but with a better fashion sense! *laughed*

Jin : And fewer anger issues! *sighed*

Haeun finally giggled a little, wiping her eyes with the sleeve of her shirt, She rested her head back on Taehyung's shoulder as he kissed the top of her head

Taehyung : You're not weak, baby! It's okay to cry! But what matters is you got up again,That's what strong girls do! *soft*

Jimin : And next time your cousins try to prank you, call Jimin appa! I'll prank them twice as hard! *winked*

Haeun : *giggled* Okay!

Jin : *sighed* I was about to take her to my room to rest but I think she's right where she belongs! *smile*

He leaned back on dining table and Taehyung nodded, wrapping both arms around her as Haeun closed her eyes with a small, peaceful smile, finally feeling safe in her uncle's arms

Jin : By the way where's Aesha and all? I didn't see them since morning! *annoyed*

Jimin : Oh! Aesha Noona and Aria went on Shopping! Jiah left for hospital, Euna also left for her office, Kwisha went to Danish hyung's house and Alice is in the room may be! *smile*

Taehyung : *nodded* she's in the room!

Jin : and Inaya? *confused*

Jimin : I've a meeting by noon! So she's arranging the schedule in the office! *smile*

Jin : tsk tsk! *disbelief* what would you do if Inaya won't be on your side? *annoyed* Try to do your work by yourself! *Stern*

Jimin : *scoffed* Saying the man who's himself depend on his wife! *mumbled*

Jin : what did you say? *angry*

Jimin : *nervously* N-nothing! I-I was just thinking about our kids, they're growing faster than we can handle! aren't they?

Jin : *nodded* Yeah! Jihye just asked me today if she can start choosing her own outfits! She's just twelve! *smile*

Taehyung : And this little one's already stealing hearts! *chuckled*

He looked down and smiled, Jimin also looked at Haeun, who was sitting quietly in Taehyung's lap, her cheek were resting gently against his chest while his fingers softly caressed her hair, Her plush bunny was tucked between them,

and suddenly, the sound of familiar voices and light footsteps echoed from the hallway near the dining room

Jungkook : I told them it's not about engine size! It's the tuning! *laughed*

Hwang : That was hilarious! *rolled his eyes* I mean how does that company owner not know about his own car! *annoyed*

The moment Haeun heard that voice, her head jerked up from Taehyung's chest and she looked up

Haeun : Daddy? *mumbled*

Before any of them could react, she slid off Taehyung's lap and ran barefoot toward the entrance, Her plushie dropped behind her on the floor but she didn't care

Jungkook and Hwang turned the corner mid conversation just in time to see a tiny blur of pink pajamas and flying hair rushing toward them, Hwang's face lit up the second he saw her but Haeun almost started crying from excitement

Haeun : D-daddy! *sob*

Hwang dropped his phone on the side table and bent down, opening his arms just in time to catch her mid air, She clung to his neck like a koala, burying her face into the crook of his neck, Hwang laughed slightly and hugged her back

Hwang : Daddy's here, princess! Shhh... I got you! My baby! *soft*

He gently kissed her cheek over and over, soothing her back while holding her with one arm like she weighed nothing

Haeun : I missed you! *looked down*

Hwang : *chuckled* Hmm? You missed Daddy? Why, baby? *soft*

He looked up and saw his three brothers in law now watching with amused smiles, Jimin stood and picked up Haeun's plushie, handing it back to her with a chuckled, Hwang got the chance to tease them and bounced Haeun gently in his arms

Hwang : What's this? You missed me this much? Your uncles didn't take care of you? *teasing*

He shifted her slightly and looked dramatically at the others

Hwang : Should I beat them up for not pampering my baby properly? hmm? *soft*

Jimin : Yah! Excuse me? She literally just run from us, thank you very much! *scoffed*

Hwang : *chuckled* She's biased for her daddy! Blood relation you know! I can't do anything! *teasing*

Haeun : I love daddy the most! *pout*

That made Hwang's heart swell with emotion, He gently kissed her again and rested his cheek against her hair

Hwang : Did something happen, baby? *soft*

He sensed something wrong in her cuddles and Haeun nodded slightly, Hwang narrowed his eyes and Jin spoke up to explain the prank, Hwang's protective instincts already kicked in and He gave a warning glance at Jungkook, who raised his hands

Jungkook : They're grounded! I will tell them no pool for the rest of the week! *sighed*

Hwang : Good for you! *annoyed*

Haeun : Daddy! I wanted to be with you! *sob*

Her words melted the room into silence and Hwang held her tightly in his arms

Hwang : And now Daddy's not going anywhere, baby Ever! you're with me! *soft*

He turned to the others with a loving but firm smile

Hwang : I'll take her to my room! I think She needs some peace! *soft*

Jin : *nodded* Go ahead. She's all yours! *smile*

As Hwang walked off with Haeun safely wrapped in his arms, the others returned to their conversation but their eyes lingered a little longer on the soft sight of their niece and the father who meant the world to her

On the other side,

In Hwang & Y/n's room,

Hwang laid Haeun on his bed and removed his blazer before laying beside her, her small hands clutched his shirt and she closed her eyes slowly

Hwang : Sleep well! Princess! *soft*

He placed a kiss on her cheeks and caressed her back until she fell asleep again, Just as he began to get up, his phone vibrated on the bedside table and The screen lights up as Namjoon hyung, He glanced at Haeun, still holding his shirt, and carefully picked up the call

Hwang : Hello? *whispered*

Rm : We just got home! Where are you? *confused*

Hwang : Yeah, just putting Haeun to sleep! Wait, I'll come down!

He quietly tried to tiptoe away holding his phone, but Haeun's eyes flutter open and she sat up suddenly

Haeun : Daddy! *sleepy* Where are you going? *confused*

Hwang : Shh, baby! Uncle's calling daddy downstairs! I'll be right back, okay? *soft*

Haeun : I want to come too! *pout*

She opened her arms and Hwang sighed, He knows she won't sleep again if he leaves now, He nodded and lifted her into his arms, still holding the phone against his ear

Rm : what happened? *confused*

Hwang : *sighed* She woke up! I'm bringing her down with me!

Rm : Of course she did! *chuckled*

He cut the call and Hwang brought Haeun downstairs

In living room,

Rm was sitting on couch, holding a girl closer, across him, Jiah was sitting holding a baby on her lap and opposite to them, Y/n was sitting on the long couch, removing her hospital bag from her shoulder, she looked exhausted, her face was pale, hair was in a messy bun and she was staring at the baby in Jiah's arms

Hwang : Hey sweetheart! Hey everyone! *smile*

When Hwang came there, Haeun looked at her mother from Hwang's arms and quickly turned her face away, her small arms were clinging tighter around her father's neck

Arshi : We missed you, dad! *smile*

The girl looking exact same age as Haeun, leaving Rm's arms, hugged Hwang's legs and Haeun pressed her lips into a line, totally annoyed by her presence

Hwang : *Chuckled* Missed you too! Princess!

He bent down and kissed her cheeks, holding Haeun in his arms, Y/n smiled at her babygirls and stood up take Haeun in her arms but she hugged her dad more tightly

Y/n : Haeun? *soft* come to Mumma! Baby! *smile*

She didn't reply and buried her face into Hwang's shoulder, Y/N glanced at her brother and sighed

Rm : Arshi! Looks like someone missed her daddy too much! *chuckled*

Arshi came back to Rm and giggled in his arms

Arshi : Uncle Joon! Haeun loves appa the most! *smile*

She turned to Haeun but she didn't reply again, y/n confusingly looked at her but Hwang told her not to say anything as she's feeling sleepy, Y/n nodded and Hwang walked over, he gently placed Haeun on the couch, adjusting a pillow behind her and she watched with wide eyes as he moved toward her mother, and hugged her

Hwang : I'm sorry I couldn't be there! Sweetheart! I didn't want you to go through all that alone! That one meeting ruined everything! *annoyed*

Y/n : *smile* You weren't alone either! She needed you too and Jiah unnie was with me in the hospital so checkup went well! *smile*

She nodded toward the couch and saw Haeun stared at them silently, the moment she saw Hwang softly kissing Y/n's forehead, her small hands curled into fists and her lower lip trembles slightly

Hwang turned to Jiah and smiled at the baby, Sihwan, Hwang & Y/n's son, looks only 6 month old, playing and smiling in Jiah's arms

Hwang : Noona! Let me hold him! *excited* and Thank you for staying with her all day! *smile*

Jiah : Oh come on! Hwang! Your son is really very calm! He just cried twice in whole day! *smile*

Hwang cradled the baby close to his chest and turned to Y/N, gently brushed a loose strand of hair behind her ear and Y/n smiled at him

Y/n : Don't worry! His fever's gone but he didn't like the hospital one bit! *chuckled*

Hwang : Takes after his sister! *chuckled*

They both glance at Haeun and she looked away again, sulking now, crossing her arms, Y/m slowly walked toward her and sat in front of her

Y/n : What happened? Baby? Mumma missed you! *soft* And you didn't even hug me! *pout*

Haeun : You don't miss me! *pout* You brought the baby with you and Arshi too, but you left me home! *angry*

Guilt flashed in y/n's eyes and Hwang tried to hand Sihwan back to Jiah, but Y/N gestured no and instead wrapped her arms around her daughter's small frame

Y/n : I'm so sorry, baby! Today was hard for all of us! You know your baby brother had fever! And about Arshi! Baby, it was her medical checkup day, that's why I took her there! And besides, you don't like hospitals, do you? huh? *soft*

Haeun : *shook her head* N-no! *pout*

Y/n : I know baby! That's why I left you with your uncles, did you enjoy with them? Huh? *smile*

Haeun nodded as her eyes welled up, She looked at her mother's tired face and then at Arshi in Rm's arms and then her father holding the baby, Her voice came out small

Haeun : But I don't like them! I don't want to share my mumma with anyone! My mom dad is only mine!*angry*

She glared at Arshi and run to her room, Hwang narrowed his eyes and took steps near her

Hwang : W-what? Haeun! Stop--

But before he could finish, she had already pulled herself out of there, her little feet stomping away with frustration and Her plushie dragged slightly behind her as she disappeared around the corner, the sound of her room's door shutting softly behind her and the room fell silent for a beat

Hwang : *worried* Sweetheart! Take him! I'm going to her!

Y/n nodded and took her son in her arms, Hwang went behind his daughter and Arshi crossed her arms

Arshi : She again did this! *angry* Mom! I don't like her behavior!

Y/n : Shh! Baby! She's your younger sister! Don't take her seriously! *soft*

Arshi : She's younger by only 3 months! Mom! *angry*

She harshly sat on the couch and Jiah looked at Y/n's face, she stood up and took Sihwan from her arms

Jiah : Give him to me! I think you need to take this seriously! *soft*

Y/n nodded and Jiah left with her baby boy, Rm also sensed the tension between Arshi and Y/n, and decided to leave them alone, he also excused himself and left when Y/n sat beside Arshi, resting her hand on her shoulder

Y/n : Arshi! What happened? Baby? Did Haeun do something wrong? *worried*

Arshi didn't answer first but then turned to y/n with a firm nod

Arshi : She always steals dad! *angry*

Y/n : *blinked* H-huh? What?

Arshi : Yes! Every time I go near him, she runs and takes his hand or sits on his lap and looks at me like I shouldn't be there! *angry*

Her eyes were became watery now, cheeks flushed from frustration and She sniffed, avoids looking at Y/N

Arshi : I love Appa too! but she never lets me near him! It's like...he's just hers! *sob*

Y/N gently turned her face, brushing Arshi's hair back lovingly and smiled

Y/n : Oh, my baby girl! I know it feels like that sometimes! But listen to me... there's nothing in this whole world that says love gets smaller when it's shared! hmm? *soft* Your appa loves you just as much as he loves Haeun! And so do I! *smile* you both are our daughters! There's no more or less in love! You understand? *soft*

Arshi : But she's always stubborn! She shouts and cries and always gets what she wants! And when I try, you just say be patient! *annoyed*

Y/n sighed and she pulled Arshi into her lap, wrapping her arms around her tightly

Y/n : That's because you're the big sister--

Arshi : *sniffed* By only 3 months!

Y/n : *chuckled* Even so! Big sisters have superpowers! like patience, understanding and the ability to make little sister feel safe! *smile* Haeun acts that way not because she doesn't like you! Baby! She just loves Appa so much that she gets scared someone else might take his attention! She doesn't know how to share yet! *smile*

Arshi : Well...I get scared too! *sniffed* But nobody hugs me when I cry! *pout*

Y/N tilts her head, pretending to be shocked and hugged her tightly

Y/n : Really? That's odd because right now, I'm hugging someone super tight who looks a lot like Arshi! *teasing*

Arshi giggles, but quickly hides her smile

Y/n : You don't need to fight for love, my baby! Appa carries Haeun sometimes, yes! But don't you remember yesterday? You fell asleep in his arms on the balcony, and he stayed awake just so you wouldn't wake up! He even didn't finish his coffee because he didn't want to disturb you! *soft*

Arshi : Really? *shocked*

Y/n : *nodded* Of course! You're his Princess, too! *soft*

Arshi : *looked down* Then why does she always call him 'my Appa'? *pout*

Y/n : Because she's still learning how to share! But you know better, right? *soft*

Arshi stayed quiet for a second, then sighed and leaned into Y/N's shoulder

On the other side,

In Girls' room,

When Hwang slowly pushed the door open and peeked in, he saw Haeun was sitting on the floor with her bunnies and teddies, Her words weren't loud, but they sliced through Hwang's chest as he stood silently outside

Haeun : I don't like my sister! *pout* Mumma always scolds me for her!

Hwang : *sighed* Can I play too? *smile*

Haeun looked up, but she didn't say anything, After a long pause, she gave a tiny nod, Hwang walked in, sat beside her on the soft carpet, and reached out to pick up a small bunny plushie

Hwang : Hey unicorn, Do you know why My princess hates my other princess? Hmm? *soft*

Haeun : *Pout* Unicorn! Tell daddy! The queen never hugs me, She only hugs the prince and the other princess! And I don't like that! *pout*

Hwang : The queen? Who is she? *confused*

Haeun : *looked down* Mumma!

Hwang placed the bunny down and turned his full attention to her

Hwang : Do you feel like Mumma doesn't love you, baby? *soft*

She shrugged, her bottom lip trembled just a little and she looked up

Haeun : *shook her head* She loves me but she loves Arshi more! When I draw something, she says she's busy with baby! But When Arshi does something, she looks at her, She hugs her! *pout*

Her voice cracked, and she quickly looked away, blinking fast to stop the tears, Hwang felt a twist in his heart and sighed

Hwang : Baby, that doesn't mean Mumma doesn't love you! *soft* May be she forgets---

Haeun : But she never forget about Arshi! *angry*

Hwang swallowed the lump in his throat And He moved closer, wrapping his arms around her small frame and pulling her onto his lap

Hwang : *kissed her temple* There's nothing like that! Haeun! Maybe she doesn't know how to show it yet! But I promise you, baby! if she knew how sad this made you, her heart would break! *soft*

Haeun buried her face into his chest, the plush unicorn squished between them

Haeun : I don't want to leave you all ! You're mine! *pout*

Hwang : *gently rocking her* Of course! We're yours! No one is taking you away! You'll always be surrounded by people who love you, your uncles, your aunties, your cousins and me!

He pulled back and cupped her little face

Hwang : And about Mumma... Can Daddy talk to her for you? Help her understand how you feel? Hmm?

Haeun : *pout* Will she listen?

Hwang : *chuckled* no one can ignore my princess! Okay? But you've to be nice with Arshi! Okay? She's your sister, baby! And she's older than you ,you can't talk back to her! *soft*

Haeun finally nodded a little, and Hwang lifted her up and placed her gently onto bed so she can rest for a while

Time skip to night,

After dinner,

Hwang gently laid Arshi beside Haeun and covered her with a blanket, he placed a kiss on her forehead, Haeun and Arshi lie cuddled up together in the same bed exhausted from the emotional day, Hwang smiled at them and looked back just to see Y/n was sitting on the couch, pulling her knees to her chest, hugging them tightly, Her face was pale, her eyes glassy, blinking more than usual as if trying to hold back something that's been swelling inside for too long

Hwang walkes to her slowly, and knelt in front of her

Hwang : Sweetheart! *soft* please stop crying! *worried*

He moved beside her, wrapping one arm around her shoulders And She leaned into his chest like her bones are suddenly too tired to support her

Y/n : Hwang! I-I can't do this! *crying* I-I just can't do this! Whenever I see Arshi cry, my heart breaks and I-I just can't--

Hwang : Shhh Sweetheart! *soft* You're her mom--

Y/n : No! No! No! I'm not! *crying* P-please! Don't say like that! I'm not her Mom! It's Eve! and it'll be always Eve! *crying*

Hwang said nothing, He knows sometimes words ruin the silence meant for grief, He simply pulled her into his chest more tightly and y/n covered her face trying hard not to wake those girls up

Y/n : N-no one can change the fact! Hwang! Her lips, her eyes are just like Eve! *sad* and Her playful nature, Just l-like T-tyler sunbae! *crying* I-I wish They were here! I-I wanted them to see their daughter growing up just like them! H-Hwang! Why?? Why did they not come home that night? *crying*

She covered her mouth more tightly, and her voice trembled into her palm, Hwang's eyes didn't leave Arshi's sight and a tear escaped from his eyes

Arshi, Eve & Tyler's only daughter, 3 months older than Haeun and having exact same personality like her real parents didn't know about the fact that she's not Hwang & Y/n's daughter but Eve and Tyler's! She was just 3 and half months old when her parents passed away in a car accident, unfortunately or fortunately, Arshi lived and Hwang & Y/n decided to adopt her, not wanting her to take a guilt that she doesn't have parents as Tyler didn't have parents and Eve's mom wasn't ready to accept her

Y/n : *Sob* They didn't deserve this! Arshi didn't deserve to grow up without them! She was only Three months old, Hwang! three months! And now... she looks at me and calls me Mom! *closed her eyes*

She started crying, not loudly, but deeply, The kind of sob that has years of love and sorrow stored inside it

Hwang : She calls you Mumma because you became one for her! Sweetheart! You gave her warmth, love, safety, everything Eve would've wanted for her! *sad smile*

Y/n : But I'm not her mother, Hwang! I can't replace Eve! *crying*

Hwang : *turned her to face him* You don't have to replace anyone! You're not supposed to be Eve! Y/n! You're her best friend! And now, you're the woman who raised her daughter when the world turned its back! That... that is the strongest kind of mother there is! *worried*

Y/N trembled in his arms as he rested his chin on her head

Hwang : Do you know what I see every day? *sad*

Y/n doesn't respond, but he continues, softly

Hwang : I see two girls who fight over my lap! *sad smile* two girls who call me Appa! I see one who writes stars in her drawings, and the other who puts hearts next to our names! I see our family! And I see you holding all of us together, even when you're hurting inside! *sad

She buried her face into his shoulder, finally letting the tears fall without restraint

Y/n : It just hurts sometimes! Hwang! Loving someone so much, and knowing they'll never walk through the door again! That you'll never laugh with them again! It's just too much sometimes! *sob*

Hwang : I know, I know! *soft*

He gently caressed her back and pressed her shoulder

Hwang : But look around, Y/n! Everything you're doing, everything we're building, it's a tribute to them! You didn't lose Eve! You didn't lose Tyler! You carry them every day, in how you raise Arshi, in the way you smile when you say her name, and in the strength you show when you're falling apart but still choose to get up for the kids! *soft*

A moment passed and Her sobs soften into small hiccups, He gently wipes her tears with his thumb and Y/n looked at him

Y/n :You think she'd be proud? You think Tyler sunbae---

Hwang : I know They would! *smile* She'd probably call you a superhero and cry because Arshi has someone like you! *chuckled*

Y/N finally let out a soft laugh through her tears and slightly hit on his chest

Y/n : You always know what to say! *shook her head*

Hwang : That's what husbands are for! *smile*

He kissed her forehead and gently picked her up from the floor, They looked at their daughters and came back to their room, Hwang laid her down in bed, She clutches his hand tightly as he switched off the light

Y/n : Can we just stay like this? Quiet, just for tonight? *soft*

Hwang : Always! Sweetheart! *soft*

He placed a kiss on her forehead and they both closed their eyes to sleep but Sihwan's sobs opened their eyes immediately

Y/n : Sihwan! *worried*

Hwang rolled his eyes and switched on the lights when y/n got down from the bed and run to his crib

Hwang : Having two daughters is the best thing happened to me! But why this trouble maker though! *annoyed* Just shut up man--

Y/n : HWANG! *angry*

Hwang : *pout* Okay sorry! Put him sleep fast! I want my wife! *annoyed*

Y/n rolled her eyes and ignored him, rocking her son in her arms, she looked at her son smiling through the tears and smiled at him back, she knew her son is the exact copy of her father, he can't see her Mom being worried for him

Time didn't stop after that emotional night, it simply softened

The wounds left by loss didn't disappear, but they faded, making space for new memories, deeper connections, and the quiet beauty of chosen family...❤

The End...