"She's cute, mom." Can I stay with her? Lizzy asked, holding on to the crib where Malak slept.

I was going to answer him when Ismail arrived.

"It's time to go to bed, princess" her father objected, lifting her up in his arms, immediately showering her with kisses, making her burst out laughing.

"Are you going to read me a story? Brenda is not here, please, please" she insisted, joining her little hands in a plea.

"Of course, my love" he continued with the pampering, shortly after he placed her