A short chapter just to finish off. Thank you for reading!
"Thank you for such a wonderful dinner, Lauren," said Nina as she gathered her bag to leave that night. "It was amazing."
"Anytime. If you ever want to come over, the door is open," replied Lauren. "It's so great to have a sister," she added.
"It definitely is." Nina grinned. "Listen, I know that things are rough at the moment, but once everything has settled down again, I would like it if you come to LA for a few weeks. My treat, of course. And you're welcome to bring your kids and your granddaughter."
"I think that would be lovely. I've always wanted to take the kids to Disneyland, it's just never been something we could afford. I think dad would love it."
"Lou has been so many times to LA." Nina laughed. "He's always welcome, and he knows that."
Lauren nodded and smiled. "Thank you, Nina. You are an amazing person. It's no wonder dad loved you before he even knew you."
Two Months Later
Nina was excited. Lauren was coming to LA with Paige and Amber. Lou was busy, so he had agreed to watch Amber's daughter for two weeks. Nina knew that it must have been very hard for Amber to leave Matilda in another country, but she was glad that Amber would be coming too. Nina had organised for the four of them to go to Disneyland for two days, staying there overnight, of course, and she was going to take them sightseeing. Nina wanted to show them where she worked, as well, and she had a couple of surprises in store.
"Right," said Nina to herself as she looked at the clock in her living room. "Time to pick the girls up at the airport."
She grabbed her bag and phone, picked up her car keys, and headed out to pick up her new family at Los Angeles International Airport.
The End