Emily laughs as she adds another block to her tower, her feet swinging above the soft pink rug. "One more block, and my castle will be the tallest in the world!" Suddenly, Emily pauses, her face scrunching in discomfort. She wiggles in place, clutching her tummy as she realizes she needs to go potty—right now.

Emily[/@ch_1] glances around, her eyes wide with worry. The tower teeters, forgotten, while sunlight glints off a row of storybooks on her shelf. The door to the hallway—and the bathroom beyond—feels miles away.] Emily hops from foot to foot, torn between her towering masterpiece and her urgent need. "Oh no, I really, really have to go!" She tries to remember: should she dash straight to the bathroom or tidy up her toys first? The pressure grows, and she bites her lip, making her decision.

Emily[/@ch_1] bursts through her door, her arms pumping and her face set in determination.] Emily races past her favorite drawing taped to the wall, nearly tripping on the edge of a cozy rug. "I can do it! I can make it!" Her heart thumps with every step, and the bathroom door, painted with cheerful yellow ducks, beckons at the end of the hall.

Emily[/@ch_1] reaches for the bathroom door, she is stopped by her loyal puppy, Max, who bounds into her path with a squeaky toy. The hallway echoes with playful barks and the squeak-squeak of Max’s favorite ball.] Max wags his tail, blocking the doorway, his big brown eyes full of excitement and innocence. "Max, please let me by! I really need to go potty!" Max tilts his head and, as if understanding, scoots aside just in time, allowing Emily to squeeze past him.

Emily[/@ch_1] scrambles onto the stool, her relief palpable.] Emily lets out a long sigh, a proud smile spreading across her face as she makes it just in time. "Whew! I did it! No accidents today," She giggles, swinging her legs as she finishes, already dreaming of the next adventure.

Emily[/@ch_1] rebuilds her toppled tower with renewed enthusiasm.] Emily glances at her puppy, her cheeks rosy with pride. "You’re a good helper, Max! Now, let’s build an even bigger castle," Together, girl and puppy celebrate, laughter and sunlight filling the room once more.