Chapter 45

Colorful confetti flew through the air in front of her.

Maeve appeared out of nowhere, arms outstretched. "Baby, welcome home!"

"So that's why you didn't pick me up from the hospital—you were hiding here," Sloane said with a laugh, though tears glistened in her eyes.

Maeve stepped forward and gave her a big hug. "Sloane, why are you crying? Today is for celebration—we're celebrating your freedom!"