Chapter 68

ESTELLE

“Welcome home!”

“Jesus.” Linden startled. His eyes lit up to see everyone in our living room filled with balloons. “You guys take this welcome party to a whole new level.”

“This is how we show our love when you’re alive. So you better take care of those lungs of yours. Otherwise, you will be alone on your deathbed.” Willa came to us to kiss his brother on his cheek. “I love you.”

“Well, thanks, sis. That’s very kind of you. I love you, too.”

“This is for you, brother.” Sax was carrying a lung-shaped pink balloon and hugged him. “When you have trouble with your balls, I got it covered with a ball-shaped balloon, too, brother.”

“Your dry humor never improved. Thanks for the effort,” he said, patting Sax’s back.

“Easy there, Sax. And your bromance is getting a little bit too much, enough to make me gag.” Kye nudged him.

“You’re just jealous. I’m giving him attention lately than you.”

“For Christ’s sake.” Kye managed to shake