Chapter 16 Surprise

• Lila’s laughter fills the room as Ava and Liam wriggle under her playful tickles, their small bodies twisting and turning on the plush carpet. "Mommy, stop!" Ava squeals, her giggles bubbling over as Lila pretends to tickle her relentlessly.
• Liam, not one to be outdone, lunges toward his mother, wrapping his tiny arms around her waist in an attempt to save his sister. "We’ll get you, Mommy!" he declares, his voice filled with mock determination.
• Lila throws up her hands in mock surrender. "Oh no! The mighty warriors have defeated me!" She collapses onto the floor dramatically, causing both children to burst into laughter.