She remembered how her daughter always got like this after spending extended time with Samuel.

She patiently comforted her, "How could you not see Daddy? He'll video call us tonight when he's not busy. Be good, Hopey, don't cry."

Just then, Thomas's voice called from nearby. "Hopey, why are you up so early?"

Eliana put her daughter down as Thomas ran over. "Perfect timing, Tommy. Help cheer up your sister."

Seeing his sister crying, Thomas ...