Chapter 166 Visiting Mommy

• Crystal sat in her bedroom upstairs, a well-worn book resting on her lap. The evening sun cast a warm glow through the window, and she could almost lose herself in the pages. But the sound of excited voices from downstairs pulled her attention away. Her daughter's voice, full of enthusiasm, echoed up the staircase.
• Curious, Crystal closed her book and stood up, her silk robe flowing gracefully as she moved. She walked to the hallway and began to descend the stairs, her curiosity growing. As she approached the inner balcony overlooking the hall, a familiar scent wafted up, making her heart skip a beat. She quickened her pace and stepped onto the balcony, her eyes widening in surprise.
• Below, in the hall, Anna was embracing her older brother, Aidan. Crystal's heart swelled with joy. It had been over six months since she had last seen him, and the sight of her grown son filled her with a mix of pride and nostalgia. Aidan had transformed from the cute little boy she remembered into a handsome, muscular young man.