Keep a secret

With their arms still wrapped around each other, the two friends held each other tightly, savoring the long-awaited reunion. The emotions of their separation melted away as they stood in the embrace of their unbreakable bond.

Finally releasing each other, Elena stepped back and gazed at Emma with a mixture of awe and disbelief. "How did you end up here in Alaska?" she asked, her voice tinged with curiosity.

Emma's eyes twinkled with excitement as she shared, "Well, I called my brother Liam and he mentioned that you were working in this company. I couldn't resist the chance to see you, so I decided to make the journey."

A radiant smile spread across Elena's face. "I'm so glad you did," she replied, her voice filled with sincerity. "Having you here means the world to me."

After engaging in a heartfelt conversation, Elena found herself locked in an intense gaze with Emma. She sensed a deep trust between them, giving her the courage to divulge her closely guarded secret—her pregnancy. She