Synopsis

He felt the weight of her words, a sudden chill in the air. The request had been simple enough, yet its impact resonated through every moment. Now, when Doug suggested a casual gathering with the baby and Piper, a knot tightened in his stomach. He offered alternatives, hesitant suggestions cloaked in a desire for normalcy, but Piper saw through the carefully constructed facade. Doug, perceptive as ever, noticed the subtle shift in Joshua's demeanor. "You seem a little unsure of yourself,"