C14 Fourteen

As we arrived home, the warm glow of the streetlights bathed the surroundings, casting a serene atmosphere over the neighborhood. The evening had been filled with laughter and adventures, and I couldn’t help but feel a sense of contentment as I sat in the car with Alex and Mr. Panda, the stuffed companion we had won at the fair.

As Alex parked the car, I noticed him glancing in my direction