Grace didn't flinch. She simply replied with a calm, "Mm," turned off the hairdryer, and gently touched Sophia's little face.

"Did you take a shower yet?"

Sophia shook her head. "Not yet."

"It's already past ten. Go get ready and take a shower. You've got school tomorrow."

Just then, Alexander walked into the bedroom, their eyes briefly locking.

Grace glanced at him for a moment before looking away, indifferent. At that moment, ...