Unspoken Legacy 5

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After the tense encounter with Steve, Gideon takes Lily to his house. The drive there is quiet, with Lily nestled in the backseat, clutching her doll and gazing out the window. Gideon glances at her through the rearview mirror, his heart heavy with the weight of everything that's happened.

When they arrive, Gideon carries Lily inside, gently setting her down on her feet. Lily looks around, her blue eyes wide with curiosity. "This is your house, Daddy?" she asks, her voice small but hopeful.

"Yes," Gideon replies with a warm smile. "This is our home now, Lily. You're safe here." He guides her through the house, showing her the different rooms and letting her get comfortable. She meets his dog, a friendly golden retriever named Max, who immediately starts wagging his tail and licking her hands. Lily giggles as she pets him, and for the first time since everything happened, a small spark of joy lights up her face.

The next morning, while Lily is still asleep, Gideon contacts the BAU team to let them know what's going on. He tells them that Lily is now living with him, and the team immediately rallies to help. They all want to make sure Lily feels as comfortable and loved as possible.

By the time Lily wakes up, the team has worked together to create a beautiful bedroom and toy room for her. The bedroom is cozy, with a soft bed covered in colorful blankets, and walls adorned with Disney princesses and fairytale scenes. There's a small reading nook with a stack of books beside it, and a window with a perfect view of the garden outside.

The toy room is even more exciting—a space full of stuffed animals, dolls, and educational toys. There's a play kitchen, a small table for crafts, and a corner where she can build with blocks or play dress-up. It's a dream room, filled with everything Lily could ever want or need to make her feel at home.

When Gideon brings Lily into the toy room, her eyes widen in amazement. "This is for me?" she asks, her voice full of wonder.

"Yes, sweetheart," Gideon says, crouching down beside her. "It's all for you. You can play with anything you like."

Lily runs excitedly to the toy kitchen and starts pretending to cook, a big smile spreading across her face. Gideon watches her, a feeling of peace settling over him. He kneels down to join her. "You're safe here, Lily. You can be as happy as you want. We'll make sure of that."

Lily looks up at him, her face glowing with happiness. "I like it here, Daddy. It's nice."

Gideon smiles, his heart swelling with emotion. "I'm glad, Lily. This is your home now. And you're part of our family, always."

The house, once just a place to live, is now filled with laughter, love, and a new sense of belonging for both Gideon and Lily. The team's support has given them both the strength to move forward, and Gideon knows that together, they will help Lily heal and build a happy future.

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