Under One Roof

"Mom."

"Val!"

Valerie took the two kids into her arms and blinked in confusion.

"What's wrong? Why don't you go home?"

Maia's and Nolan's clothes were a little drenched as she touched them. They must have stayed outside for a long time.

"Val, our home is gone. Boo-hoo..."

Nestled in Valerie's arms, Maia cried out with an aggrieved expression.

Nolan was also down, looking upset.

"Our home is gone?