YELENA

I didn’t know peace could feel like a person until I met Tyler. Being around him these days felt like stepping out of a storm and into sunlight. He didn’t even try too hard; he just existed, and somehow, I breathed easier. I didn’t expect that. I didn’t expect him.

But today wasn’t about Tyler.

Today… was about my baby.

The director had finally given us a day off, as we had practically worked our bones to the bone this week. Honestly, I had planned to take a break anyway. ...