“Seren, come here,” the old lady called, waving Serenity over.

She didn’t really need to wave; every time Serenity came downstairs and saw her mother-in-law and grandmother-in-law in the hall, she always joined them for a chat.

“Grandma, Mom,” Serenity greeted warmly, and then turned to Julian and Kiera.

Julian nodded in acknowledgment, and Kiera smiled, saying, “Serenity, it’s been a while.” Noticing Serenity’s growing belly, Kiera asked, “When are you due?” “End of May on the Gregorian calendar,” Serenity replied.

Kiera did the math in her head and smiled.

“So, a little over three months to go.” She glanced at Serenity’s belly and hesitated, unsure if she should continue.

Serenity took a seat beside the old lady, joining the other two women on the long sofa.

With no room left, Zachary sat on a single chair.

just say what’s on your mind,” Serenity

turned to look at Kiera, making

“It's

and interact with many parents and

Serenity’s belly looks like she might

they're having a

seems to have a different

might disappoint you, since everyone's hoping for a girl,’ Kiera laughed nervously and

over girls.” The room went silent for

said, “It’s not up to us women to

Zachary quickly responded, “I don’t favor girls over boys, but Grandma might.” The old lady shot her grandson a sharp look, cleared her throat, and said, “I’ve been

I'd be delighted to have a great-granddaughter, but that doesn’t mean I favor girls

any proof of that?” Tania, Zachary’s mother, muttered under her breath, “Mom, that’s only because you've never had the chance to.” The

if all the great-grandchildren turned out to be

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