I lay in bed and eventually fell asleep. My nightmare consisted of Matthew and Melanie tormenting Ava and me. I woke up crying but could not release my suppressed anger and frustration.

The chirps of birds and the morning sun gradually calmed my racing heart. When I got dressed and went downstairs, I realized I hadn’t appreciated this place’s breathtaking beauty. I knew I shouldn’t miss such a magnificent view.

It was already dawn when Atlas found me. He observed my face with concern and asked