Francois navigated the streets of Princeton as the triplets buzzed with excitement in the backseat. Emilia glanced over at Raymond, his fingers lightly laced with hers, and couldn’t help but smile.

“This is going to be so much fun!” Ruby squealed, her voice bouncing in rhythm with the bumps in the road.

“Are we there yet?” Ruby piped up for the third time, her nose pressed against the window.

“Not yet,” Raymond replied with a chuckle, turning to look at his kids. “But I promise it’ll be worth the wait.”

“Is there a slide?” Diamond asked, bouncing in her seat.

“A big one,” Raymond confirmed, winking at Emilia.

Jasper rolled...