It didn't take long before the car pulled into the garage. Alina, who was still in her thoughts, was jarred out of her world by General Kian's voice telling her that they had arrived. She got down as soon as possible, and before she could rush towards the house, a voice stopped her from behind. "No hurry, babe. Didn't they tell you about the surprise?" It was Kilan's voice.

Yeah, babe, they did tell me, and I just can't stop myself because I am really excited." She smiled. "I missed you, babe." She then jumped into Kilan's arms, who rolled his eyes and then asked her to get down.

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