Chapter 34

Evelyn's POV "Look, mommy! Lions!" Alexis pressed her face against the glass enclosure, her powder blue dress matching perfectly with the boys' light blue shirts. "Can we see the pandas next?" Rowan asked eagerly, adjusting his navy suspenders. "They're this way," I pointed, smiling as Rhys carefully held his twin's hand, their matching outfits making them look even more identical than usual. "Mom, I'm hungry," Alexis announced, twirling in her ruffled dress. "Perfect timing, sweetheart. I've made reservations at your favorite restaurant," I said, admiring how the coordinated outfits made them look like they'd stepped out of a magazine. "The one with the chocolate fountain you all love." "Yes!" The children cheered in unison. "But first," I straightened Rowan's collar, "let's take some pictures by the fountain. You all look too adorable not to capture this moment." "Can we do silly faces?" Alexis suggested, making her brothers giggle. What I hadn't anticipated was running into Calvin d