Victor's POV

The sun was beginning to rise as I woke up the next morning. I was up late finishing several tasks, and the tranquility of the house was a nice contrast to the usual noise and activity that typically surrounds us. For a brief moment, I allowed myself the opportunity to relish the tranquility before diving back into the turmoil that awaited.

However, when I climbed out of bed, I noticed something strange. The house resonated with sounds—the soft hum of the kitchen, the ...