Chapter 282

Serena's POV The morning sunlight streamed through the windows as I dressed Vivian in her little denim overalls. The sight of her kicking her legs excitedly and cooing made my heart swell with joy. "Someone's in a good mood today," Ryan remarked, leaning against the doorframe of the nursery. His hair was still slightly damp from his shower, and the casual button-down shirt he wore was a refreshing change from his usual business attire. "She knows we're going out," I replied, scooping our daughter up. "Don't you, sweetie? You know Mommy and Daddy are taking you shopping today." Ryan approached us, his expression softening as Vivian immediately reached for him. "I still can't believe how much she's grown in just these few months," he said, taking her from my arms with practiced ease. "None of her clothes fit properly anymore." I smiled, watching them together. "That's what happens when you have a healthy, growing baby. Though I suspect Margaret has been sneaking her extra servings of tha