The sun dipped low, casting a warm glow across the backyard where Paul sat cross-legged on the grass, a colorful blanket spread beneath him. His niece, Eva, bounced around with infectious energy.

"C'mon Paulie, play with me!"

Eva’s cheerful voice cuts through your conversation, instantly pulling your attention. Your heart warms at the sight of her tugging on Paul’s sleeve, and you can’t help but smile at how he looks down at her with a mixture of affection and amusement.

With a laugh, Paul can’t say no to his niece’s pleading. He rises from his seat, his eyes twinkling. “What do you want to play, Evie?” he asks, his voice warm and encouraging.

"Hide and seek!" Eva says, grinning.

"Can armas join us?" Paul asks, glancing at you with a smile. He always wanted you to play hide and seek with him, but you always refused. Now he was using Eva to guilt trip you.