Maria looked at the two little ones, absolutely delighted, and then turned to Aveline. "I've got some happy news to share as well."

Selena guessed, "You're pregnant?"

Maria nodded. "That's right."

Selena gave her a thumbs-up. "Wow, that was fast! You said it and made it happen."

Maria smiled. "I couldn't fall too far behind. I need to make sure my kid has the best opportunities and chances, right?"

With their babies close in age to Ethan and Emma, Maria thought it would be perfect for them to grow up together, maybe even become childhood sweethearts.

She looked at Selena and asked, "Weren't you eager at first too? Why haven't you made any moves yet?"

Selena sighed. "I'm not sure. Honestly, I'm a little scared."

Maria reassured her, "Take your time, no rush."

the dangers of childbirth genuinely

are you thinking

behind her. She turned around and saw Gavin approaching. He was dressed in a sleek black suit, exuding an air of calm and restraint. His handsome face and deep, unreadable eyes made it hard to guess his thoughts. "Nothing much, just admiring the flowers," Selena

almost thought you were

shocked and incredulous, not expecting such

her stunned expression but remained emotionless, saying nothing

left

got the heir of the Cooper family wrapped around your finger. Impressive," a voice called

made her expression

Jolie standing not far away, looking

are you doing here?" Selena asked,

"The Quim family has business dealings with the Coopers, so I got an invitation too. But seriously... after all these years, you still haven't changed? Every time you see me, it's like I'm

some resemblance to her own. Deep inside emotions she thought she had buried long ago began to churn, as if trying to

Sisters.

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