As Gabriel led Valeria down the hallway towards her room, her small hand clasped tightly in his, she couldn't help but feel a flutter of excitement mixed with nervousness. This was her new home, her new room, and her new life, her father and brother’s presence. 

"Here we are," Gabriel announced, stopping in front of a door adorned with a delicate wooden carving. "Your room, sis. And don’t worry about Lucas. I will take care of him, you should take a nap meanwhile. Also, dad and Martha are ...