The next day, Elsa woke up to a view she had longed for—the peaceful face of Valerie sleeping against her chest. Her heart swelled with excitement as she thought about calling Lisa to thank her for the advice. As much as she wanted to stay and savor the moment, there was much to do: packing their bags, updating Lisa on Valerie's reaction, booking flights, and preparing for their journey.
Gently, she placed Valerie’s head on a soft black pillow and kissed her forehead, causing Valerie to stir slightly in her sleep. Tiara, who was lying nearby, shifted closer to Valerie, curling up protectively.
Elsa got up, taking careful steps out of the room. In the hallway, she met Scarlet, who was tidying the place.
“Good morning, Ma’am,” Scarlet greeted with a bright smile.