Chapter 264

Serena’s POV My body had steadily recovered since giving birth—I'd finally completed my postpartum confinement period and was eager to return to Dreamland Studio after such a long absence. Work would be a welcome distraction from everything that had happened. "Show them in," I told the housekeeper, smoothing my blouse and straightening my posture. To my surprise, Lucy burst through the doorway, her face flushed with excitement. "Serena! Oh my god, you look amazing!" She rushed forward, then stopped herself abruptly. "Wait, can I hug you now? Or are you still healing?" I laughed, opening my arms. "I'm not made of glass, Lucy." She embraced me enthusiastically, then stepped back to examine me. "Motherhood suits you. There's like, this glow about you." "That's probably just sleep deprivation," I joked, though her compliment warmed me. "What brings you here so early? I was actually heading to the studio today." Lucy's eyes widened. "Really? That's perfect timing! I came to update you on ev