Baby talk

Sunlight peeked through the hotel curtains, casting a soft glow across the room. The warmth of the morning slowly stirred Isla awake.

A small smile tugged at her lips. They didn't even notice when we snuck in!

Next to her, Leo began to stir. His eyes fluttered open, and when he realized where they were, he grinned. "We made it," he whispered triumphantly.

Isla giggled, but before she could answer, Ever shifted and slowly opened her eyes. She blinked in confusion at the sudden weight between her and Allesandro, then softened immediately when she saw her two little intruders snuggled in close.

"Isla? Leo? What are you two doing here?" Ever asked, her voice still groggy but laced with gentle amusement.

Leo sat up and looked serious. "We had to come. We were worried."

Ever raised an eyebrow. "Worried? About what, sweetheart?"