Chapter 478

Eleanor knew they were finally safe. The ocean currents, flowing in a fixed direction, would guide them back to Chicago. These emerald waves were their path home. She wiped the lingering droplets of seawater from her face and turned around. "Mommy..." Little Lilly wriggled free from Simon’s arms and trotted over, clutching at the hem of Eleanor’s damp clothes. Her wide, dark eyes shimmered with newfound hope. "Are we okay now?" Eleanor crouched down, meeting her daughter’s gaze with a soft, reassuring smile. "Yes, we're okay now." Relief washed over Lilly’s face, her small body finally relaxing. The fear that had drained the color from her cheeks was replaced with warmth. She pouted, her voice trembling between residual fear and comfort. "Mommy… I was so scared earlier..." Before Eleanor could respond, Big Leo hurried over, his sharp gaze landing on her soaked clothes. His brows furrowed in concern. "Mommy, your clothes are all wet. You should change, or you'll catch a cold." Truth be