Final straw

[I'm sorry for not uploading the chapters in time, it's just that... A lot has been going on in my country, from protests, people dying, and it has affected me psychologically, I couldn't think straight with the ongoing protests. That's why it took me a while to write. But, everything will be fine, I believe. I hope you understand, and I hope you'll enjoy the chapter]

Jacob and Grace turned towards the source of the voices, their expressions still clouded with unresolved emotions. Mindy, Aiden, and Natasha bounded into the kitchen, their school bags slung over their shoulders, oblivious to the tense atmosphere.

"Hey, Mom! Dad!" Mindy exclaimed, her smile faltering slightly as she sensed the tension in the air. Aiden and Natasha exchanged a quick glance, picking up on the somber mood.

Grace forced a smile, blinking back tears as she tried to compose herself. "Hey, sweethearts," she managed, her voice wavering slightly. "How was school today?"