Chapter 287

A figure stood outside, lurking in the shadows with a camera. They snapped countless photos of them. By the time dinner wrapped up, two hours had passed. Yasmine checked the time and noticed it was getting late. She turned to Emma, who was still playing with her Barbie dolls, and said softly, "Sweetie, it's time to go home." It wasn't often that Austin was home. It was only right to give the couple some time alone. Emma hugged her dolls tightly and looked up, her big eyes filled with confusion. "Already?" Though reluctant, she obediently stood up. Aaron stepped forward and scooped her into his arms. She was visibly tired compared to earlier. She rested limply against Aaron's shoulder, her tiny arms still clutching her doll. Suzanne gathered up the rest of the dolls and handed them to Yasmine. Emma waved her hand at Suzanne. "Bye, Aunt Suzanne." Her head rested against Aaron's shoulder. Her gaze was unfocused as if she might fall asleep at any second. Suzanne's heart