It was not easy for Tashi to digest the information that her belief to be an orphan for more than three decades was false. And also, there is the part how her family is large and influential. Hong didn’t reveal yet all details about Voronins, but he told her how her mother was murdered and Tashi was kidnapped and kept away by her Uncle as a token for her father (aka Gedeon) to behave.

Who will believe such a story? But Hong’s existence explained money and help she received mysteriously over the years.

…

Back to the present…

Aiden reached the front door as Elanor and Oscar exited their car on the driveway.

Mathew and Samara were in the car behind them, so Elanor and Oscar waited for them in order to offer their congratulations.

Samara is six months pregnant, and Mathew was puffing his chest with pride so much that he reminded Aiden of a Magnificent Frigatebird.

Samara is a White, so for Elanor and Oscar, Samara is family. Samara’s mother passed away, and her father and brother are in a mental institution, so Elanor and Oscar got closer to Samara, hoping to provide guidance and maybe fill in some of the gaps in her life.

If someone told them a year ago that an infamous Boss Young will be somehow related to them, Elanor and Oscar would call that person a liar, yet here they are. 

Mathew was ecstatic about having another child (it will be a boy), and his happiness was amplified by the fact that Ellie accepted him and Samara as a couple. He was concerned, considering that Ellie despised his womanizing ways, and that Samara and Ellie are about the same age. But things are fine now. More than fine.

“I’m glad you could make it…”, Aiden said while giving Elanor a hug.

“There is no need to babysit us.”, Oscar said to Aiden. “We are grownups and will not make a scene.”

Aiden scratched the back of his head awkwardly. “Was it that obvious?”

“Thank you for your concern.”, Elanor said softly. “Your brother is stubborn, but we know that he loves us. He only needs time.”

Aiden nodded in agreement. He didn’t want to argue, but the last six months taught him (and Sarah) that every moment counts because no one knows when their time will run out.

Sarah and Aiden were happily planning her visit to the hospital, to confirm Sarah’s pregnancy; they were surrounded by friends and family and a feeling of safety, yet in a flash, things turned for the worse and they nearly lost it all. More than once.

“I assume our hostess will join us later…”, Samara said while exchanging greetings with her Cousin (aka Aiden) under the watchful eye of Mathew.

“Sorry I’m late…”, Sarah said from behind Aiden, and Aiden’s eyes widened in outrage. What happened with Eve notifying him if Sarah leaves the room?

Aiden turned to Sarah and glared at her. He had his suspicions, and this confirmed that Sarah kept a loophole for herself so that she can override his orders to Eve.

Sarah smiled smugly and pretended not to see Aiden’s glare.

It was not really a loophole. Sarah gave to Aiden the same authorization she has, with one small directive that when Aiden’s and Sarah’s orders collide, Sarah’s takes priority. Eve is Sarah’s baby and there is no way she will allow Aiden to use Eve against her.

“Is Cousin Jeff here?”, Samara asked. She had a few questions for him, related to her business. Samara’s cosmetic line was expanding, and she wanted to get pointers from Jeff before the party starts.

“Jeff and Anna arrived fifteen minutes ago. They are in the room with kids, making sure Ali and Jay don’t claim all toys for themselves.”, Sarah said with a smile. “Lia is still not here, so in her absence, Ali and Jay tend to run amok.”

“Kids, kids…”, Mathew said while laughing and went with Samara to the room where the kids are. They know the way.

“Don’t brush it off. If you are so lax, our child will be spoiled.”, Samara said to Mathew who laughed even louder.

He would love to spoil their child. Who knows, maybe they end up having a few more. Samara is young and he is capable, and the fact that he impregnated Samara made him feel younger by ten years.

The only thing casting a slight shade on Mathew’s mood is that Samara doesn’t want to marry him. She says that they are together, and a piece of paper won’t make a difference, however, Mathew would love to give her the name of Mrs. Young. They are still talking about it, neither willing to back down, but Mathew is hopeful that with persistence anything is possible.

Elanor and Oscar headed to the elevator that leads to the event hall. They didn’t need the staff to guide them.

“The Andersons are here…”, Sarah said to Aiden and they turned to welcome their guests from Seattle.

Hunter was hovering around Mia who was now four months pregnant, and Max walked with his right hand resting firmly on Liz’s shoulder. With his left arm, Max was holding their 17 months-old daughter Emilia (aka Mila) who was comfortably sitting on his forearm and gripping his neck with her little hands.

In the last three months, Max and Jeff made several deals and Max came to Los Angeles on business and Jeff went to Seattle. They used these business trips to travel with family, and other than JoAnna and Liz strengthening their friendship, their kids connected as well.

Besides Andersons, another couple was present: Quentin and Brianna Reynolds with their three years-old son Luke.

Quentin and Brianna are friends with Andersons, and they own Reynolds Media, a big publishing company that in the last three years expanded to modeling and nurturing talents in the show business. Of course, Sarah and Aiden saw this as an amazing opportunity for partnership and now Reynolds Media is collaborating with Ceresc Solutions. Reynolds Media is also discussing a partnership with EY, where Ellie will use their models as well as photographers.

“Thank you for coming…”, Sarah said when they reached the door.

“Thank you for having us.”, Liz responded. “Mila is excited to play with Alice and Jayden…”

“And this must be Luke…”, Sarah said while squatting to be at the eye-level with the little guy who was dapper, with a demeanor like a small prince.

Aiden frowned seeing Sarah squatting, but he swallowed his grievances. If he says anything, she will brush him off and call him dramatic.

Sarah shook hands with Luke. “Nice to meet you. We have a room with a bunch of toys and kids. Would you like to meet them?”

Luke frowned a little. “My task is to make sure Mila doesn’t make a mess.”

Sarah’s stifled a laugh. She wanted to ruffle his hair, but his every strand was in place and she didn’t want to ruin it. “Whatever you say. I hope you will have fun.”

Aiden helped Sarah straighten up. “Please, don’t go down like that again.”

“It’s fine. I am supposed to do light exercises…”, Sarah reminded him.

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