The twins were slowly fading away, but their father didn’t understand why. Before leaving, he installed cameras to make sure nothing was threatening the children. But when he saw the footage, he took the first flight back immediately…

Suddenly, Thomas spoke, peeking into the room. He and Carl were dressed in identical outfits and were indeed carrying little pillows. Among the guests was Tiffany.

For the first time since being discharged from the clinic, she looked noticeably transformed. The sickly pallor was gone, and her movements were more confident. Standing beside her was Archie, a library worker, where she now worked.

Their acquaintance had started with discussions about books and gradually grew into something more. Tiffany, I’m so glad you came, Leon sincerely hugged his sister-in-law. The ceremony took place in the garden under the old apple tree.

Marcus, who was the witness, smiled as he looked at the happy faces of his friends. When it was time to exchange vows, the boys were so nervous that they nearly mixed up the rings. I promise to love and protect not only you, but our boys as well, Rebecca’s voice trembled with emotion.

She wanted to be not just a wife, but a real mother to them. Fiona approached the newlyweds. I want to say, Fiona would have been happy to see you like this.

Now I know for sure. Archie gently took her hand, and she smiled at him gratefully. In his presence, the weight of the past felt lighter.

That evening, when the guests had left and the tired boys had fallen asleep, Leon and Rebecca sat on the porch, discussing their plans for the future. You know, I think we need to expand the house, Leon said. Add another wing.

Maybe we’ll have more children. The boys want a dog. Rebecca smiled.

They say that in our big garden, the dog will have plenty of space. So, there will be a dog. Leon pulled his wife closer to him.

We’ll have everything now. At that moment, there was a rustling from the children’s room. It turned out the twins hadn’t been sleeping and were eavesdropping.

Dad, can we really have a dog? Thomas’s voice called out, and little brother Carl added. Rebecca laughed. Come here, you little night owls.

They were sitting together on the veranda, making plans for the future, and it seemed that all the sorrows and worries were left behind. Ahead of them lay a new life, full of love, warmth, and family happiness. Exactly one year later, the garden was once again filled with guests.

The family was celebrating the twins’ birthday, nine years old, an important milestone. They set a large table under the apple tree. Alice was busy with the treats, while the birthday boys were running around the garden with a new family member, a golden retriever named Charlie…