Chapter 111

By the time Paisley got home, she was utterly exhausted. But as she opened the door, she forced herself to summon every ounce of energy and put on a radiant smile. "Rena, Mommy's home."

"Mommy." Serena came running out of her bedroom in excitement, barefoot and ready to leap into Paisley's arms.

Paisley longed to scoop her daughter up and smother her with kisses, but having just come from the hospital, she didn't want to bring any of its lingering germs near her child. "Stop right there, and don't move," she said gently.

Serena pouted but obediently stopped in her tracks. "Mommy..."

"Be a good girl, Rena. I will take a shower and change my clothes, then I'll hug you," Paisley said softly. Maria quickly stepped in and scooped Serena up. "Rena, let your mommy take a shower first."

While Paisley showered, Serena stayed right outside the bathroom, refusing to leave. She was like a little puppy guarding its owner, occasionally letting out small whimpers as if asking how much longer it would take.

quickly. As soon as she stepped out, Serena threw herself into her arms. Picking up her daughter, Paisley planted two big kisses on Serena's soft, rosy cheeks. All her fatigue and gloom melted away in

warm smile as she laid out a steaming breakfast. "Come eat

warmth fill her heart. This was exactly what she wanted-a cozy, lively home. Honestly, her wish had always been

to play with Maria. Paisley ended up sleeping until the afternoon. When she woke up, she

call yesterday from Ms. Johnson, Rena's previous teacher," Maria said. "She mentioned she's now at a different kindergarten and asked if Rena had found a new school yet. If not,

lit up at the mention of Sophia.

daughter adored Sophia. "Alright, where's the kindergarten located? I'll take Rena there later to check

teacher again, Serena was overjoyed and clamored for Maria to help her change into her prettiest dress. While Serena got dressed, Paisley took the chance

a backlog of work emails. She sighed and decided

to

Rena to visit a kindergarten later. If it's not urgent, put it on hold. If it's pressing, handle it as best as

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