–Laura–
I watched as Alyssa burst into tears upon receiving the crocodile bag—one of the rare ones. Even her mom looked stunned.
"It's the most beautiful bag I'll ever have," Alyssa said, hugging Livana, who smiled and patted her back. That million-dollar bag was clearly a dream come true for her. The joy on her face, mirrored by the smiles from her brothers, parents, and grandparents, made the whole moment feel warm and perfect.
"Aren't you a little too young to have such a bag, Alyssa?" came a voice. It was the Aunt—Yohan's wife—arriving a little late and clearly not in the spirit. I caught the flicker in Alyssa's expression. Total mood killer.
"You can use it at school tomorrow," Livana said brightly, her smile wide. "Just don't leave it unattended, okay?"
Alyssa nodded, still beaming.
"That's very generous, dear," Grandpa Isabella added with a kind smile.
"Dinner's ready!" David announced, pausing as he spotted the bag. "Oh wow! That's expensive!"
