Chapter thirty two

Selena

I woke up early, the sun barely peeking through the curtains, casting a soft glow in the room. As I yawned and stretched, I realized that today was going to be different. Today, I wanted to take charge of my new life, even if it had been forced upon me. Determination filled my veins as I slipped out of bed, ready to face the challenges that lay ahead.

Quietly tiptoeing out of the bedroom, I made my way downstairs to the kitchen. The aroma of freshly brewed coffee filled the air, awakening my senses. I felt a sense of purpose as I put on an apron and started preparing breakfast for my, Heaven, and Angel.

The clattering of pans and the sizzle of cheese echoed in the kitchen as I hummed a tune. Cooking had always been a therapeutic activity for me, a way to express my creativity and nourish my loved ones.

As the pancakes sizzled on the griddle, I heard the pitter-patter of little feet approaching. Heaven entered the kitchen, her eyes still heavy with sleep, and a wide smile brig