Sienna’s POV

I wake earlier than usual today, with Lyra being the reason. She is insistent that we bake some gingerbread cookies to take to Briony and Jareth. It’s her way of thanking them for looking after her last night.

I can’t help but marvel at my little girl. How did I get so lucky to have someone so thoughtful? Her tiny hands move with precision as we decorate each cookie. She carefully places candy eyes and gumdrop buttons, her whole face glowing with ...