The next day, Damien insisted on taking both her and Ryan out for the day. Shopping, of all things. It wasn't something Anne enjoyed, but the way Ryan's face lit up when Damien suggested it made it impossible for her to refuse. As they arrived at the shopping district, Ryan bounced in his seat, barely able to contain his excitement.
"Are we going to get toys?" Ryan asked eagerly, his blue eyes wide with anticipation.
Damien chuckled, parking the car. "Toys, clothes, whatever you want, buddy."
Ryan cheered as Anne smiled at him, and for a moment, everything felt almost normal.