The Pancake Mystery That Changed a Single Dad’s Life Forever
Jack never expected an ordinary morning to spark a mystery that would change his life.
As a single father to two young daughters—Lily, 5, and Jane, 4—Jack was no stranger to exhaustion. Since his ex had left to travel with her new husband, Jack had stepped into every role: caregiver, cook, teacher, and protector. He loved his girls deeply, but the constant hustle left him running on fumes.
One morning, like always, Jack rose early. He helped Lily into her favorite flower-print dress and Jane into her pink shirt, then guided them downstairs for breakfast.
But what he found in the kitchen stopped him cold.
Three plates of perfectly stacked pancakes, topped with fresh fruit and jam, sat neatly on the table—waiting.
“Girls, did either of you do this?” Jack asked, bewildered.
Lily blinked. “Dad, did you make pancakes while we were sleeping?”
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