The first days back at the Avila mansion were chaotic, overwhelming, and emotionally raw.
Alex Jr. was wide-eyed with wonder as he explored the grand estate for the first time. The five-year-old ran through the marble hallways, touching pillars and staring up at the high ceilings with pure awe. “Mummy, it’s like a palace from the stories!” he exclaimed, his emerald-green eyes sparkling with excitement.
Claire held his hand tightly, trying to smile through her anxiety. The mansion felt both familiar and foreign after five years away. The luxury, the power, the weight of being Luna — it all came rushing back, making her chest tight.
Alissa and Allen welcomed them warmly. Alissa pulled Claire into a fierce hug the moment they entered the main hall, tears streaming down her face. “You’re ho
