Chapter 261: Family Gathering

Chapter 261: Family Gathering

The three cars rolled down the long, winding driveway, flanked on either side by towering trees that formed a natural canopy. The house that came into view was impressive yet inviting—not quite a mansion, but certainly large enough to suggest a life of comfort and elegance.

Its stone façade was softened by ivy creeping up the walls, and tall, arched windows allowed warm light to spill out onto the drive, giving the home a welcoming glow. A pair of sturdy oak doors, adorned with intricate ironwork, stood at the entrance, hinting at the craftsmanship within.

As the cars approached, the gates slowly swung open, revealing the security guards who stood at attention. Their eyes widened in disbelief when they saw Qew behind the wheel, a woman they had known to be paralyzed since childhood. Their shock was apparant, but they quickly masked it with professionalism, stepping aside to allow the cars to pass through.

The driveway curved around to a spacious front yard that seemed almost endless in its expanse. The garden was meticulously maintained, with vibrant flowerbeds bordering the lush green lawn, which stretched out to the edges of the property.

A fountain bubbled gently in the center, its water sparkling in the sunlight, while neatly trimmed hedges lined the pathways that wound through the garden. Despite the grandeur, there was a peacefulness to the space, an emptiness that made the house seem even larger.

The triplets stepped out of their car, the warm breeze carrying the faint scent of jasmine from the garden that surrounded the house. The path leading to the entrance was bordered by carefully trimmed hedges, while the rhythmic chirping of crickets added a gentle undertone to the tranquil evening.

As they approached the grand oak doors, Qew suddenly halted, her hand still resting on the car door as if lost in a fleeting thought. She glanced back, her eyes locking with her bodyguard, Esha, who had been quietly standing by, ever watchful.

Qew's smile was subtle, yet rich with unspoken intent—a message only Esha could decipher. Recognizing the young lady's intent, Esha's expression softened into a knowing smile, silently affirming she was on the same page.

Kay, picking up on the exchange, tilted his head curiously. "What are you planning, Qew?" he asked, a touch of suspicion in his voice.

But Qew only responded with a teasing, enigmatic grin, her eyes sparkling with mischief. Kay's confusion deepened, but Jay, who had been watching her closely, knew better.

Qew caught the knowing look on Jay's face and immediately recalled the mind-reading ability he shared with Olivia and couldn't resist calling him out. "Hey, that's an invasion of privacy. Stop reading my thoughts," she playfully scolded, her tone light but pointed.

Jay shrugged, his lips curling into a smirk. "It's not like I eavesdrop on purpose. The thoughts just come through unless I'm consciously blocking them."

Kay's eyes widened as the realization hit him. "Wait... does that mean Olivia can do the same?" he asked, a hint of panic creeping into his voice. "She can hear everyone's thoughts, all the time?"

Jay quickly waved off his concern. "She can, but fret not, I tweaked her Sigil so that her abilities can't affect you."

Kay let out a relieved sigh, grateful his thoughts weren't exposed for Olivia to see. But before he could fully relax, Qew smirked and chimed in, "You don't need to read minds to know when someone's interested in you, especially when they're making it painfully obvious."

As Kay's unease returned, a cloud of anxiety hovering over him, Esha quietly approached the group, pulling a foldable wheelchair from the trunk.

His mother's smile wavered, giving way to concern. "Jay, what are you talking about?"

Jay took a deep breath and met each of their eyes, one by one, before beginning to explain.

They were all shocked at the unbelievable things Jay was talking about. But the words he spoke and the undeniable proof he presented left his family's minds jumbled, struggling to grasp the implications of what was to come.

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Author Note:

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