Chapter 39

A few minutes later, Anthony and Vanessa returned to the party, Matheus laughing:

“You could have taken one of the rooms; they’re all empty!”

“How do you know?”

“The whole party knows; it’s very discreet if you take the car in front of the lamppost!”

Anthony turned red.

“Is that really what you want, Vanessa?” Alanna asked worriedly.

“Yes!”

“If you’re happy, I’m happy!”

***

The twins’ pregnancy went very smoothly: no headaches, no swelling, pressure okay! Alanna had left work early; it was little Sofia’s birthday, and Matheus had decorated the house with balloons. Brienne and Paul had arrived and were helping Matheus decorate. Charlotte was busy in the kitchen when the doorbell rang; it was George, Alanna’s middle brother.

“Hello, come in; everyone’s in the living room.”

George stood in the doorway as if he had seen a ghost. Charlotte didn’t look at the person standing there!

“Charlotte… Hello.”

She turned