Chapter 77

The atmosphere in the house was charged with a mix of anticipation and nervous energy as Zenee and Karlos packed their belongings. Zyra, their daughter, curiously observed the organized chaos, sensing that something significant was happening.

“Mom, Dad, where are we going?” Zyra asked, her innocent eyes wide with curiosity.

Zenee exchanged a meaningful glance with Karlos, recognizing the need to address the unspoken question that lingered in the air. Taking a deep breath, Zenee crouched down to Zyra’s eye level.

“Sweetheart, we’re going back to the Philippines,” Zenee explained gently. “There’s something important we need to find out, and Mommy and Daddy believe it’s time for us to be there.”

Zyra’s eyes widened, absorbing the information. “But what about big brother Zayden? Why is he not coming with us?”

Zenee hesitated for a moment, her heart heavy with the weight of uncertainty. “Zyra, there’s a possibility that your big brother Zayden might still be