~ At the Davis Family Mansion ~
Today was the day Tristan would propose to Zhen-Zhen in Mt. Calypso. He woke up in a bright mood, looking forward to his surprise this evening.
Zhen-Zhen was still clueless about what was about to happen tonight. Tristan just looked very cheerful and lively today, acting very sweetly in front of her.
"Wifey, today is my day off! Let's hang out. Have a road trip with me!" Tristan invited Zhen-Zhen.
He needed to bring her out of the mansion since their parents would be preparing for tonight. Isabelle and Alice together with their husbands would help each other in cooking their food for the dinner date.
FaMo, Miho, and Zu Wan also knew what to do. They were already in the mansion together with Titania and Ella.
"Okay, hubby. Let's go out and unwind. Maybe you are tired from working? Hmm let's do this so that you will feel recharged once you take over grandpa's position," said Zhen-Zhen, hugging her husband while giving him a peck on his right cheek.
Tristan rubbed the back of his neck as he smiled at her sheepishly. Zhen-Zhen just reminded him of the bigger role in the company he was about to take.
But he didn't mind it for now. His focus was to give Zhen-Zhen the most memorable romantic proposal ever! He was already getting nervous and excited.
They were still talking in the living room when FaMo approached them. He jumped on Zhen-Zhen's lap, nudging his head on her baby bump.
FaMo was greeting the twins, Little Cassie and Little Tian. Tristan and Zhen-Zhen giggled upon seeing FaMo's gesture as his paw was also rubbing her round tummy.
"The twins move! They are kicking as if they know that I am here!" FaMo blurted out cheerfully in a voice that only Tristan and Zhen-Zhen could hear.
"They are pretty active, friendly, and approachable." Zhen-Zhen giggled, touching her baby bump.
"By the way, Zhen-Zhen, Tristan, I overheard your conversation. Can I join you today? I promise I will not disturb you. It's just that I missed both of you and we haven't traveled for so long." FaMo asked their permission to tag along with them.
Tristan and FaMo exchanged meaningful looks. They already discussed this beforehand so that Zhen-Zhen would not suspect anything.
He would be the one who would bring Tristan and Zhen-Zhen to Mt. Calypso. On the other hand, Zu Wan and Miho would prepare the venue in Mt. Calypso, transporting the necessary things Tristan needed to perfect his proposal.
"Of course, FaMo. I don't mind. I would love to bring you with us. We miss you so much, do you know that?" Zhen-Zhen softly responded, cuddling FaMo in her arms. She truly missed FaMo. Unlike before, FaMo was now connected to Zu Wan, not Zhen-Zhen.
He spent more time with his master lately, rather than staying with Zhen-Zhen. Besides, Miho was there for Zhen-Zhen. Furthermore, FaMo was also monitoring Zu Wan's behavior and attitude toward this new world.
He was aware that Zhen-Zhen was worried that her father would not be able to adjust to this new environment so she asked FaMo to guide her father.
But fortunately, Zu Wan was just doing fine. Just like Zhen-Zhen, he was a fast learner. But FaMo was just looking out for his temper. They couldn't afford him to get into a fight or else, the poor humans would suffer.
"Thanks, Zhen-Zhen. How about you, Tristan?" FaMo turned to Tristan.
"Of course, FaMo. You can come with us anytime, except during our–"
FaMo raised his paw right away, motioning Tristan to stop talking. He didn't want to hear it as he already knew what he was referring to– Tristan's and Zhen-Zhen's intimate and private moment!
Tristan just let out a soft chuckle. Then he heard his phone ringing. When he checked the caller ID, he found out that his cousin Jake was the one calling him.
"Wifey, I will just answer this call. You can talk to FaMo and discuss where you want to go for our road trip. I'll be back after this call."
"Ok, Tris."
Tristan planted a gentle kiss on her head before he stood up and went to the balcony to answer the phone.
As soon as the call got connected, Tristan was greeted by the loud cheers and greetings of the people from the other line. It turned out that Jake put the phone on loudspeaker mode. He was not alone, but he was together with their other cousins.
Jake: "Cousin! Good luck for today! This is your most awaited proposal. Don't ruin it."
Tristan hadn't replied yet when another person spoke up.
Blake: "Tris, do it your way! Make sure to impress our cousin-in-law!"
Mark and Daniel happened to be there as well. They were trying to cheer him up.
Mark: "Did you visit the place? Do you like the floating cottage? Daniel and I were the ones who put so much effort into building the cottage! Make it useful tonight!"
Daniel: "I got several wounds and cuts trying to hang the lanterns on the branches of trees!"
Tristan could only shake his head helplessly while smiling broadly. He was very grateful to them for the help and support they rendered. He would do his best not to waste their efforts.
Tristan: "Guys, I owe you this. As a sign of my gratitude, just tell me one product you want to get from our Heavenly Star merchandise. I will give it to you. Hmm, it's my treat also for becoming the Chairman of HSE!"
Another loud cheer was heard from the other line.
Jake: "Actually, you don't need to do this. We are glad to help you. But of course, we will not refuse this generous offer from you. I want a one-week free VIP accommodation good for four in Heavenly Star Paradise Resort. I don't need a product. This is all I need!"
After Jake, his twin butted in to relay his demand as well.
Blake: "Cousin, I want the same. My college friends and I are planning to have a reunion. Can we reserve the Heavenly Star Paradise exclusive for us for just one day?"
Tristan didn't know whether to cry or laugh because of their demands. They really took advantage of his generosity.
Tristan: "Okay. I got it! Just tell me the date. I will arrange everything for both of you."
The Twins rejoiced upon hearing Tristan's positive response. Now, it was Mark's and Daniel's turn to say what reward they wanted from Tristan.
Mark was the first one who spoke up.
Mark: "Tris… I don't need anything aside from your forgiveness. I know what I did is not enough to forgive me for all the troubles I caused you in the past… But still, I am here, genuinely asking for your forgiveness."
The cheerful atmosphere suddenly changed when Mark said those things. Everyone fell silent. They knew the conflicts between the cousins. Lots of things happened but at the end of the day, they were still family– members of the Davis Family.
Tristan and others could feel the sincerity in Mark's voice. He was apologizing to Tristan for everything. This was something they didn't expect. It just came out of nowhere.
They were still waiting for Tristan's response when Daniel also joined the conversation.
Daniel: "Let me grab this opportunity as well to apologize to you, Tris. We are at fault here for blaming you and hating you. In fact, it already happened in the past but because of our ego and pride, we made things worse between us. We are older than you but we acted childishly. I'm sorry, Tris. I hope from now on, we can get along well, and let's hang out together as brothers!"
Blake and Jake could only smile while listening to their cousins' conversation. It seemed that they were trying to fix everything and have proper closure, forgetting and letting go of those past grudges.
They wanted to commend their two cousins for acknowledging their mistakes and becoming brave men as they apologized sincerely.
Jake patted Mark's shoulder while Blake patted Daniel's back as if telling them 'Good job!'.
Meanwhile, Tristan finally found his chance to speak up, giving them a response.
Tristan: "Mark, Jake… Big Bros… I could feel your sincerity so I felt so touched hearing these words from you. Of course, I want to apologize as well for being too handsome that your girlfriends chased me and seduced me."
When Tristan said those words, his four cousins almost spit a mouthful of blood because of his shamelessness.
Jake: "Tristan!"
Blake: "Shameless!"
Daniel: "I wanna beat you!"
Tristan let out a loud chuckle. "Hey calm down. I'm just joking. Everything suddenly got serious so I want to lighten the mood. See, it's effective."
"All I want to say is… We are one family. And I forgive you already. I truly appreciate your help. I really hope that we can bond more in the future. I promise. After this proposal, I will treat you all. Let's hang out together!"
Mark: "Thank you, Tristan!"
Daniel: "Okay! You promise that. Better you fulfill it, otherwise, we will beat you up!"
Jake: "Oops, don't forget our resort reservation!"
Blake: "I will send you the details after this call."
Tristan: "Okay! Okay! I will deal with it!"
"Good luck with your proposal!" The men said in unison.
"Aye, sirs!"
The cousins erupted into a peal of laughter. They felt so happy and blissful.
But who would have thought that Tristan's promise would have to be postponed as something big would happen tonight?
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