Chapter 120

"That's so kind of you to say." She looks down at Austin and gives him a kiss on the forehead. "But for now, I'll just enjoy being an auntie." I nod. Despite his young age, Austin seems very alert and aware of his surroundings. He reaches for the toy in front of him, his little fingers grasping it with determination. He gazes up at us, his eyes bright and curious. I can't help but feel a surge of love and pride. "He's so smart!" I say, with a grin. My aunt nods in agreement. "He's definitely ahead of the curve," she says. "He must take after his mom!" I laugh, and we both share a knowing look.

 "Hey, how about we do the family dance?" my uncle says, a mischievous twinkle in his eye. "We haven't done it in a while." I smile, remembering the silly tradition that we started when I was a child. "Okay!" I say, feeling a surge of nostalgia. "Everyone grab hands!" We all stand up, and my uncle starts singing an old song that we used to sing when I was little. We sway back and forth, ou