Liam gently shakes his little sister awake, brushing her tangled hair away from her sleepy face. Selene blinks, clutching her stuffed bunny tightly as she sits up, the morning light dancing across her wide eyes. "Rise and shine, Selene. We've got a big day ahead,"

Selene swings her legs from her chair, giggling as she tries to spread jam on her toast, smearing more on her fingers than on the bread. Liam watches with a patient smile, offering her a napkin and guiding her hands. "Will you play with me after breakfast?" "Of course. We'll build the tallest block tower yet,"

Liam pushes Selene on the swing, her feet kicking higher with every gentle push. Selene's laughter rings out, blending with the breeze as she stretches her arms wide to catch the sunlight. "Look, Liam! I'm flying!" "You’re the bravest flyer I know,"

Selene tugs at Liam's sleeve, her confidence faltering. "Can we get our ball back?" "Stay close to me. We’ll ask together," Liam approaches, holding Selene's hand firmly, his voice steady as he speaks to the older kids.

Liam[/@ch_1]'s calm determination and Selene's hopeful gaze, hand back the ball with a shrug. Sunlight glimmers on the restored toy as it returns to the siblings.] Selene beams, hugging the ball to her chest before tossing it back to Liam. "You see? Sometimes you just need to ask bravely," "You always make me feel safe,"

Selene[/@ch_2] nestles under a warm blanket, her eyelids drooping.] Liam reads aloud, his voice low and soothing, as Selene drifts into sleep. He tucks her in, smiles at her peaceful face, and turns off the lamp, the quiet of nighttime wrapping around them like a promise. "Goodnight, Selene. I’ll always take care of you,"