Chapter67:

SIX YEARS LATER... Jasmine's laughter-filled yell echoed through the house. "Amaya!!" She chased the giggling little girl, who darted down the hallway and into her parents room. Amaya squealed with delight, "Daddy!" as she reached the bedside. Nicolai, startled awake, smiled warmly as he opened his arms. Amaya stretched out hers, begging to be lifted up. Nicolai chuckled, familiar with this morning ritual. Ever since the twins started school, Amaya would resist leaving the house, prompting a daily game of hide-and-seek. Jasmine would chase her around, trying to coax her into getting ready. As Nicolai swept Amaya into his arms, Jasmine burst into the room, breathless. "Amaya!" She exclaimed, her voice firm but playful. "We can't do this every morning, sweetie. It's time to go to school." Amaya nestled into Nicolai's chest, her eyes sparkling with mischief. Nicolai and Jasmine exchanged a knowing glance, their hearts full of love and patience for their little one's antics. "What's wrong,