Claire’s POV
The Children laughed and played, their sound made me feel at ease after a long time. Their laughter was like sunlight, warm yet comfortable. They looked so carefree and happy.
I stood on the veranda, and saw Nova and Leo sitting next to each other in the grass, they looked relaxed and content in each other's company.
Leo's voice felt weak compared to Nova, because he was recovering very slowly, but I saw him smiling, his eyes full of warmth which I desperately wanted to see.
Nova, being a ball of energy, chatted away about the flower which looked like a jewel, she placed a small yellow flower on Leo's hair. He let out a genuine giggle which was full of life.
I placed my hand on my chest as I felt peaceful yet emotional. It was everything I wanted for him—for both of them
