Richie and Leah were sitting in the living room, their legs stretched out on the couch after a long day of packing for the family gathering. The house was quiet, the kids were already in bed, and they finally had a moment to themselves.

Richie leaned back, rubbing his hands over his face with a sigh. “You know, babe, there’s something I need to tell you before we head over to the family house tomorrow.”

Leah turned her head to look at him, her brow furrowing in curiosity. “What’s up? You look like you’re about to tell me something serious.”

Richie laughed a little, shaking his head. “Not exactly serious....