#Chapter 222- Celebrations and Threats

Fiona This time when Ethan and I step up to the dais, my family is with us. Cameras flash, microphones are planted in front of us, and recorders are held out in waiting. After a week of getting to know my family, I learned that our family goes back many, many generations, just like my mom said. They also told stories about how they have always used their wealth and power to help people, like Ethan does. Easily, I found myself feeling more connected to them. My grandmother has the same kind attitude my mother had while my grandfather is a bit more domineering, yet soft when he’s with the family. My uncle is serious but knows how to joke when he’s in the mood. Aaron is a lot like my uncle with a little less seriousness and a lot more joking, and he’s already become insanely protective in the short time we’ve known each other. I can’t wait to see how he reacts to the announcement. I hold back my giggle and glance at him to find he has his serious face on. Then my eyes land on