Chapter 27 - The Family Dinner
On a crisp Sunday evening in December, Natalie hosted a quiet, beautiful family dinner at her new home in Austin.
Graham was invited as a guest, sitting at the dining table alongside Natalie and Maisie for the first time in years.
They shared roasted chicken, mashed potatoes, and plenty of laughter over funny stories from school.
When Maisie cheerfully argued with her father about whether she deserved an extra piece of chocolate cake for dessert, Graham didn't get annoyed or defensive.
Instead, he burst out laughing, looking across the table at Natalie with a warm, grateful expression.
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“Alright, kiddo, you win,” Graham smiled, handing her the extra slice. “You always find a way to negotiate.”
Natalie smiled back, raising her water glass in a quiet toast to survival, forgiveness, and unconditional love.
