Sweet Mischief’s Rollercoaster Romance

Mia glanced over and, with her motherly instincts, quickly figured out what her little boy was after. "Honey, did he catch you shaking hands with someone earlier? Better give your son a handshake too."

Andre chuckled, now understanding the situation.

Little Henry had picked up the art of handshaking. Andre wrapped his big hand around Henry's tiny one and gave it a gentle shake. "Hey there, buddy."

Henry shook back with enthusiasm and then happily scurried into his mom's arms, snuggling up to Mia. "Mommy!" he cooed.

Not long after, the Irvin couple arrived.

Seeing his in-laws, Andre welcomed them warmly, "Mom, Dad, why don't you head inside and relax? My dad's in the lounge."

Madison quickly asked, "Where are Mia and Henry? It's quite busy today, and Henry is such a bundle of energy. Mia might have her hands full."

Andre pointed them out, and Madison eagerly went over to scoop up her grandson.

Cooper was missing his nephew like crazy, but he was stuck far away. Their family gathering was all about bridging the miles, with one reaching out during the day and the other at night.

It wasn't long before Henry raised his little hand again, calling out, "Daddy!"noveldrama

This time, Andre was right on it. He strolled over and clasped his son's hand firmly. "Hey, son."

Henry, a bit bashful, snuggled into his grandma's embrace.

Later, they checked in on baby Lucas, who let out a little yawn on cue. Henry stayed close to his mom, unconcerned about all the attention.

As curious as he was, Henry didn't want anyone else touching him. He tiptoed to take a peek at his brother and even gave him a quick kiss. Mia swiftly pulled him back, "It's one thing to nibble on your dad at home, but let's not do that to your brother here."

Stephania came by with some exciting news, "Donnie and I are getting married later this year."

The room lit up with joy. Anya, holding her baby brother, stepped forward, "Stephania, can I be your bridesmaid?"

"Of course! I'd love that," Stephania said, her eyes widening at the sight of another baby in Anya's arms. "Anya, whose little one is this?"

"He's mine. My baby brother, James."

The Calder family showed up too.

Molly chimed in, "I was worried Donnie was dragging his feet on proposing because he thought you'd head overseas for school and leave him.”

She and Chad had been nudging Donnie to express his feelings to Stephania. After enough nudges, Donnie got the message.

Stephania explained, "He used to blow through everything he earned, never saving a dime. He wanted to propose but worried I'd turn him down

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security. It must've been your encouragement that made him realize saving was key."

Sure enough, Donnie had made some changes. Once a carefree guy, he spent lavishly on games and gadgets. But after some wise words from his mentor and a nudge from Molly, he knew he had to step up or risk losing his future wife.

Donnie started saving, cutting back on luxuries and eating out, and as soon as he had enough, he bought a ring.

Stephania had been to Donnie's

place for the holidays, and Donnie

had visited her family. Both families - her parents approved of Donnie's job, and his family admired Stephania's reputation. They sealed the deal over a meal and some

gave their blessing-hees

straightforward talks.

Cradling a baby, Molly asked, “What about the dowry? How much did you ask

for?"

Stephania replied, "The norm in my

area is about ninety thousand, but Donnie somehow persuaded his folks to give three hundred thousand. Probably because he hasn't bought me a house or a car yet, so he wanted to give more to my family. My mom suggested bringing the money over after the wedding, but Donnie insisted we keep it."