A FEW MONTHS LATER!

“Hurry! Don’t let the balloon fly away!” shouted Katty as she chased a blue balloon that was about to float up from the garden courtyard.

Delya laughed behind her. “Katty, that’s a little kid’s job! We’re too old for that!”

Katty pouted. “So what? It’s the twins’ birthday—my baby brother and baby sister.”

In the backyard of Nathan and Elena’s mansion, the atmosphere was lively with a large white tent, pastel decorations, and food tables filled with cute bunny-themed snacks. Today was Ellyn and Edward’s first birthday. The whole family had gathered, including Olivia, who now lived not far from the mansion with Hans and Nana....