Chapter 50

ANDREA’S POV I blinked at the woman in front of me, feeling my defenses lower. Her hand was stretched out to me, and she had a friendly smile on her face. “I'm Nora. It's lovely to meet you.” Nora—the woman who'd helped the twins in the park the other day. The one who smelled like Kade. I could smell it, too. But it wasn't the scent I imagined—not like the one I carried around after…you know. Her scent was similar to Kade’s, yes, but it seemed reformed—like a combination, but still uniquely hers. I guess it was just a coincidence. The woman—Nora, smiled wider. “Aren't you going to shake my hand?” I blinked. “Right.” I laughed awkwardly, reaching out to shake her hand. “Um, I'm Andrea. Sorry for the earlier hostility.” She shrugged, squeezing my hand lightly as she smiled. “That's okay. I admire a Mama Bear.” Luca and Matteo, sensing that I was no longer antagonistic towards Nora, moved from behind me and went to her. “Aunty Nora, will you play with us?” they asked, tugging her along. S