As the night drew to a close, Mrs. Ziga smiled at Emma, her eyes shining with warmth. "We're so glad you're here with us, Emma," she said. "You make our cottage feel even more like home."
"I'm so glad you're here, Emma!" Sofia exclaimed, bouncing into the room with a plate of freshly baked cookies. "We've missed you so much!"
As the evenings drew in, they would gather around the fireplace, sharing stories and jokes, and Emma would listen with a happy heart, feeling grateful for the love and companionship of her dear friends.