Chapter 78

• The scent of freshly popped popcorn wavered in the air, mingling with the faint aroma of vanilla-scented candles. The living room was meticulously prepared for a cozy family movie night, complete with a plush couch, soft cushions, and a snug throw, all positioned before a generously sized flat-screen TV. Hazel eagerly rummaged through a box of movie collections as she sought the ideal film for their evening together while her parents patiently waited, ready to commence their cinematic journey.
• "The Princess Bride," she proposed with enthusiasm. However, Eason seemed less enthralled by the prospect of a romantic fiction story, his preference deviating toward action and thrill.
• "Nah, how about a horror-action flick?" he suggested, casting a tentative glance towards their parents, who exchanged expectant looks, eager for the siblings to settle on a choice and kick-start the evening.