Chapter 274

Serena’s POV I couldn't help but smile as Mom fussed around the kitchen, warming up food for our impromptu family dinner. "Where's Ethan?" I asked, looking around for my brother. "Still working?" Eleanor snorted, giving me a knowing look. "Working? Is that what we're calling it now? He's with Maya at the office, having one of their special 'meetings' that mysteriously never make it onto the calendar." "Eleanor!" My mother scolded, but her eyes twinkled with amusement. "What? Everyone knows they're dating," Eleanor defended herself. "Serena's Dreamland partner and our brother—it's practically a business merger at this point." I laughed, leaning into Ryan's side. "Well, I'm happy for them. Maya deserves someone who appreciates her brilliance." "And Ethan needs someone who can handle his workaholic tendencies," Eleanor added. "Speaking of which, look who just walked in!" My father appeared in the doorway, his tired expression immediately brightening when he spotted me. "Serena!" He crosse