Jennifer's POVI watched Everett tug at Elena’s tiny hand, curiosity sparkling in their bright eyes. Both were dressed in crisp little whites, perfectly matching and bouncing with excitement.“Mama, where are we going today?” Everett asked, his voice soft but full of eagerness.I smiled, feeling a warmth settle in my chest, the kind that only comes from pure, unshakable joy.“Do you remember the stories I used to tell you about Aunty Peculiar?” I asked, my voice gentle, almost trembling with emotion.Their heads bobbed in unison, eyes wide. “The one who saved you and enabled you to bring us to life?” Elena squeaked.“Yes,” I said, smoothing their hair.“The very same. Today, we’re going to see her. She took a bullet for us. She gave everything so we could have life, and now, it’s time for us to thank her properly.”Croft crouched beside them, smiling softly as he held my hand. “Everett, Elena, today is about love, gratitude, and family,” he said, his voice deep but gentle. “We honor s
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