Chapter 41 Planning a Getaway

Charlotte sighed. "Things won't slow down anytime soon. The kids start preschool in just a couple of weeks, and I'll be swamped." Their evenings were filled with helping the children with homework, and soon, Carol wouldn't be available, as she didn't work for preschool kids. Luke exchanged a knowing glance with Sofia, signaling her to coax Charlotte into taking a break. Sofia rolled her eyes, as if saying, "It's not like you can just snap your fingers and she'll take a break. Work is her world." Meanwhile, Caelan, lost in his own world, chatted away on his phone, oblivious to the subtle dynamics unfolding around him. Determined to cheer up her friend and help Luke, Sofia boldly suggested, "We need to seize the day and have some fun. You've been MIA for too long. How about a tropical island getaway in three days?" Charlotte frowned, torn. "That's really soon. I've been mentoring the new intern; she's still finding her feet." Luke chimed in, "We could ask Lawson to step in. It's j