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Laughter ensued as she ran upstairs, and Avery playfully followed, declaring, "You can't run away from me."

As Avery reached the master room,he saw the subtle flicker of concern lingered in Bella's eyes. The surgery her father underwent earlier weighed on her mind, casting a shadow over the otherwise peaceful atmosphere. She couldn't shake the worry that tugged at her heartstrings, an instinctive concern for her father's well-being.

Avery, attuned to Bella's emotions, decided to address the unspoken thoughts lingering in the room. "Bella, is everything okay?" he inquired gently, his eyes reflecting genuine concern.

She sighed, the weight of the day's events evident on her delicate features. "It's just... my dad. I can't help but worry about him," she confessed, her gaze momentarily drifting into the distance.

Avery reached out, his touch a comforting reassurance. "He had a successful surgery, and the hospital assured us he's resting. You've been through a lot today; it's okay to feel