Chapter 9 – A New Routine

• Upon arriving home, Dalia quickly cleaned herself up and helped Amara change clothes and freshen up. That simple routine felt more meaningful, especially after such a long day.
• Once Amara was snug in her pajamas, Dalia headed to the kitchen to prepare dinner. An unusual feeling stirred within her—something she had never felt before. Normally, she was busy cooking for many people, but now the kitchen felt much quieter. It was just her and Amara.
• Dalia opened the pantry, taking out a few simple ingredients for dinner. Her hands worked busily, but her mind wandered. In the quiet of the kitchen, accompanied only by the sound of vegetables sizzling in the pan, she realized how much her life had changed.