Evelyn accepted the help, rising carefully.
As they walked forward, Axel immediately moved to Evelyn's side, steadying her with a protective hand at her back.
Nicholas's eyes softened again at the sight. Theodor gave a slight nod of approval. Finley smiles.
And at the same time, Oliver appears from the back door, runs over, and hugs Finley, waving at Nicholas and Theodor with cheerful enthusiasm.
"Bye, Great-grandpa Theo. Bye, Super Grandpa Nicholas. Next time, I will come to your house..." Oliver declared, eyes shining like tiny stars.
"Sure, we will wait for you," Theodor replied, ruffling the boy's smooth hair with unexpected gentleness.
Nicholas smiled warmly as he walked toward the car, Finley keeping close beside him like a loyal escort. The elders settled inside, and soon the Morgan family's car rolled down the driveway and disappeared beyond the gate.
Silence returned to the Valley house.
