Chapter 14 - Marcus And Lily Share A Tearful, Healing Moment
The next morning, golden sunlight flooded through the kitchen windows as the smell of fresh pancakes filled the air.
Sarah stood by the stove flipping pancakes while little Lily sat at the marble island drawing pictures with pink crayons.
Marcus walked into the kitchen wearing a comfortable flannel shirt, looking more relaxed than he had in over a decade.
“Good morning, my favorite artist,” Marcus smiled, walking over to press a warm kiss on the top of Lily’s head.
“Look, Daddy, I drew a picture of our new house with no hidden walls,” Lily said proudly, holding up her colorful drawing.
Marcus’s throat tightened with emotion as he looked at the cheerful crayon sketch of an ordinary, happy home.
“It’s the most beautiful picture I’ve ever seen, Lily,” Marcus choked out, pulling his daughter into a warm embrace.
“Are we going to stay here forever, Daddy?” Lily asked, looking up with hopeful eyes.
“We’re going to sell this big, cold house and move somewhere warm where we can be truly happy,” Marcus promised.
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Sarah smiled warmly from the stove, flipping another pancake onto a clean white plate for the little girl.
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