He hugged her gently, mindful of her injuries, and felt her relax against him. For a long moment, they stayed like that, finding comfort in each other’s presence. The world outside might still be chaotic, but within the walls of their home, the bond between father and daughter was a fortress no one could breach.

As the sun dipped below the horizon, casting the room in a warm, golden glow, Emily knew that the worst had passed. Her father was home, and with him, a promise of protection and love that would never waver again. Together, they would heal, rebuild, and find joy in the simple things they had once taken for granted.

The Harper home, once filled with shadows, was filled with hope once more.