Hundred and Fifty Four

CARTER

A few weeks had passed and everything had finally come back to normal. With Hailey by my side, the days seemed brighter and the flowers looked more beautiful. She made everything nice.

Surprisingly, I received a call from mom, inviting us over to dinner with our mates but this time, unlike the last, I didn't feel anxious about it. Coincidentally, Xavier also received one too.

It just felt nice, like a mother inviting her children over for dinner to spend quality time with them. Weirdly enough, I looked forward to it.

In honour of the invitation, Hailey and I drove to her place in time for dinner and as if it was previously planned out, Xavier and Temmy reached exactly the same time. So together, we all walked in.

My jaw dropped at the sight of the dining room. It was decorated to perfection as though a huge event was about to take place.

"What's going on here? Is there a party planned out?" I asked aloud, as I glanced around.

"Yes," Mother's voice came from behind, followed by