The hush of the falling twilight was broken only by the low hum of the private jet as it descended gracefully. Cold winter air danced around the secluded island airstrip, nipping at noses and cheeks, but no one seed to care as they waited breathlessly.
Wrapped in a stylish cream wool coat that barely hid the roundness of her belly, Alia stood glowing like the first light of dawn kissing the ocean. And standing protectively beside her with his arm, resting firmly around her shoulders was Blaze.
The couple waited at the edge of the runway, their breath rising in delicate clouds with each exhale.
As the jet wheels kissed the icy tarmac, a whoosh of excitent surged through the crisp air.
Behind them, lanterns twinkled along the frosted path, casting golden reflections across the snow-dusted welco banners flapping in the wind.
The mont the aircraft door opened, a rush of warmth from the delightful squeal and the joyful chaos that followed broke the cold.
"My princess..."
"Amy..."
"Cousin...."
"Bestie...."
Suitcases were forgotten. Heels clicked in succession and scarves flew in the air as everyone ca spilling out, bundling Alia and Blaze in a whirlwind of hugs, kisses, and mock scoldings.
"How is my favourite angel doing?" Gregory bead embracing his daughter.
"I’m fine, Daddy."
"And my grandson?"
"Playing a tournant in there."
A ripple of laughter followed Alia’s reply as Gregory went on to greet his son-in-law.
"Look at you, Alia!" Stacy shrieked, throwing her arms around her friend. "You’re about to pop! What are you carrying in there—triplets?"
Alia laughed, her cheeks flushed. "No, just one very powerful king who has already claid his territory. He is ah...." Alia squealed in excitent at the sight of Kayla, Nicole and Adrianna.
"Amy sweetie pie." Kayla chid throwing her arms around her.
"Oh my goodness! I didn’t know you girls were coming too." Alia eyes moisted with tears of joy as she hugged al of them one after the other.
"We wanted to surprise you." Adriana embrace Alia the longest, her heart ward by the Alia transformation into motherhood.
"Kayla, is it true?" Alia asked, her eyes darting toward Kayla’s concealed stomach.
"Yes!" Kayla bead like a Christmas light. "I’m two months gone already." She confessed, covering her small bump as if trying to hide it from the winter air.
"Oh my goodness! No wonder you are glowing like a fairy light. Congratulations sweetheart." Alia hugged her tenderly. "And welco to the future mothers’ club."
"Now, I’m jealous." Nicole rolled her eyes.
"Why don’t you tell your billionaire boyfriend to do the needful?" Adriana teased.
"Without putting a ring on my finger first?" Nicole rolled her eyes. "Do I look like I want to be soone’s baby mama?"
A ripple of laughter echoed amongst the friends, followed by more cheers, teasing and playful jabs.
After a few minutes of warm welcoming and laughter, Maria invited everyone over to the beach estate, where a feast was waiting for all of them.
By the ti everyone had settled in and the golden sun had lted into the horizon, the villa had transford into a cozy winter haven.
A crackling fireplace blazed in the corner, casting a warm amber glow that danced along the wooden beams and stone walls.
The scent of rosemary and cinnamon drifted through the air like an irresistible invitation.
The long dining table was a masterpiece decorated in winter whites and forest greens, with flickering candles illuminating the tantalizing delicacy spread across the table.
Steam curled from copper pots and serving trays, revealing a feast that had everyone salivating before they even sat down.
At the centre of the spread, a perfectly roasted turkey sat in regal glory, its skin glistening with a honey-herb glaze.
Surrounding it were platters of grilled lobster tails, bowls of creamy mashed potatoes, spiced lamb chops, baked salmon wrapped in banana leaves, and roasted vegetables caralized to perfection.
Cranberry-orange chutney and warm bread rolls were passed around as the chatter grew louder.
Glasses clinked and plates filled as laughter echoed off the stone walls.
After a tantalizing al ca the dessert.
A towering chocolate fondue fountain stood proudly near the buffet, surrounded by strawberries, marshmallows, and cookies begging to be dipped.
Alongside it were miniature coconut flans, sticky toffee puddings, and a red velvet cake shaped like a baby bump that sent the entire room into a riot of laughter.
Nestled in her high-backed chair with a plush pillow supporting her belly, Alia looked around with misty eyes. Her cheeks glowed, not just from pregnancy, but from the overwhelming warmth of being surrounded by people who loved her.
Standing up beside his wife, Blaze raised his glass.
"To laughter, to love, and to this wild, wonderful gathering we call family."
"And to the little one who’s already stealing the spotlight," Alia added, squeezing her husband’s left hand resting on her shoulder.
"Cheers." They both chorused
"Cheers." The family and friends erupted.
The clinking of wine glasses amid laughter and happiness drowned the air as the dining festivity attained its peak.
After dinner, the family and friends had a wonderful ti bonding and playing funny and interesting gas.
Before Alia retired for the night, she decided to share so hot cocoa with her friend who was too excited to sleep.
With blankets draped over their shoulders, mugs of hot cocoa in their hands and surrounded by trays of cookies, Alia couldn’t stop laughing at Stacy’s silly joke.
"Alia, I swear your cheeks have gotten so round, I could balance my teacup on them," Stacy said grinning.
"Oh please! I stopped keeping count after my thighs started clapping every ti I walk." Alia waved her hand dramatically causing a ripple of laughter amongst her friends while stroking her belly.
"By the way, Alia, I was going to ask you sothing very important." Kayla dropped her mug, keeping a serious look on her face. "I rember you said sothing about your food cravings in your first trister.
"Yeah..." Alia nodded in confirmation.
"Well, I think my cravings are weirder than yours, babygirl. Do you know that last night I wanted an apple dipped in tomato soup?
"What!" All the friends burst out into laughter.
"Well, if it’s just food craving then you have nothing to worry about." Nicole pointed out. "Imagine soone with your kind of food craving, plus hormonal chaos and stretch marks.
"How do you know about all of that? Have you been pregnant before?" Adrianna teased.
"Maybe...in my first life.".Nicole rolled her eyes chuckling.
"Isn’t it crazy how life just keeps unfolding like this? First, you find love in the most awkward places, and then engagents, marriage, babies, love stories... It’s simply beautiful." Stacy said dreamily.
"Yeah, life’s wild, but with friends like you all, it’s kind of perfect." Kayla cooed.
"Aww! Group hug." Alia chid and they all ca together for a girl’s group hug.
Just then, Blaze walked in with a tray of cinnamon rolls and a wide grin.
"Ladies, please permit to take my pretty angels to bed. It’s already past their bedti." He said, dropping the tray before the ladies.
"But I’m not feeling sleepy yet, honey." Alia pouted cutely.
"Don’t worry, darling. Tomorrow is another day with your friends. Moreover, I have the perfect lullaby to sing to you, tonight."
"Aww... Love is so beautiful." Kayla chid. "But I will take this delicious bribe." Kayla grinned, licking her lips.
"Tell about it." Alia moistened her lips, itching to take one bite. But her stomach was too stuffed to force anything down.
"Don’t you, too,preggies get tired of eating? Adrian raised her brow.
"No.". Alia and Kayla chorused laughing.
"Pregnant won and food are like soulmates on a delicious journey," Blaze interjected, carefully helping Alia to her feet.
"So through..." Kayla replied with a full mouth causing another wave of laughter.
"Good night, beautiful ladies." Alia’s blew kisses while yawning from tiredness.
"Goodnight"
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