Ava went upstairs to check on her children. Today there was an evening party and she wanted to make sure everyone got ready at the correct time.
First, she went to Travis' room and he was still in his school uniform holding a paper in his hand and reading it seriously.
"Travis, why have you not yet changed your clothes," Ava went to his closet to select a suit for him.
"Mom, look at my test paper, I scored so less marks,"Travis passed her the paper dejectedly.
Ava saw that he has 89 marks out of 100. It was pretty good, but knowing the competitive nature of her son, she knew he was very much disappointed.
"This is also a good score, don't feel pressured to do better," Ava consoled.
"Uhh, can I skip the party," Travis groaned.
He did not like that someone else secured first place and he ranked second. This was the first time he had lost and could not accept it.
A new transfer student had got 94 marks and had stolen his glory. He was in no mood for anything other than studying because he wanted the entire students to cheer for him the next time.
"After coming back you can discuss with your dad and see how you can improve next time," Ava suggested.
"Ya, dad is so smart he will teach me everything," Travis said with determination.
Among his parents, Tristan was more involved in every aspect of their children. He did not like to burden Ava too much and monitored Travis carefully.
He usually spent more time with him on the weekends, checking what was happening with Travis schoolwork.
"I have laid your clothes on the bed, get ready quickly, " Ava smiled.
Travis nodded and went to take a bath as it was a hot day, and he had sweated badly while playing sports.
When Ava went to Hazel's room, the maids were running around to get ready, but she was busy in her own world.
"Hazel, come out, " Ava called out to her daughter. She built a fort using blankets and pillows, and was hiding inside.
There was no response so Ava went to the fort, Hazel started to scream.
"Madam, Hazel wants to pretend she is in a magical land and starts crying if anyone comes near her," One of the maids explained.
Ava sighed thinking about Hazel's crazy obsession with Disney. Tristan was required to tell her a bedtime story each night.
She owned all the Disney movies in dvd format which she binge watched every single time. She also liked to dress up like some sort of princess and owned a room of toys.
"Doesn't princess Hazel want to meet a fairy godmother? Ava said which got Hazel's attention and she peeked out of the blanket.
"Fairy godmother?" Hazel questioned eagerly.
"Yes, you can wear your new gown with pearls to the party," Ava offered.
Hazel jumped out of the fort and asked Ava to pick her up.
"Mama … in party fairy?" Hazel meant will there be any fairies in the party.
Ava laughed and pulled her cheeks saying, "Yes, so many fairies will be there. Get ready quickly so that you can ask for a wish. "
Hazel gave a sweet smile and let the maids dress her up.
After making sure both the kids were ready, Ava went to her room and found Tristan was in front of the mirror putting on his cufflinks.
Ava changed into a thin strap backless green colour dress and stood in front of the mirror to do her makeup.
Tristan swallowed hard as he looked at her. He walked toward her and gathered all her hair towards her left shoulders.
Her fair naked back was tempting him too much, his knuckles touched her shoulder blade.
"Tristan not now, we will be late," Ava put on a bright red lipstick.
"Hmm hmm," Tristan did not stop his actions and his hands moved towards her waist.
By the time he could proceed further there were loud noises outside their room.
"Dad, dada..", both the kids were screaming and arguing about who reached first.
"I will collect my debt tonight," Tristan promised with a smirk and went to open the door.
Hazel came and hugged his legs and Travis held Tristan's hand and complained his sister ran on the stairs and did not listen to his warning.
Tristan frowned and kneeled down to Hazel's height, "Princess, why did you run and ignore your brother's request?"
"I'm first, " Hazel said proudly.
"No need to race, what if you fell down and hurt yourself? It will hurt you so much and you may even need to go to the doctor," Tristan explained.
Hazel's eyes widened hearing she should go to the doctor.
"Sorry dada," the little girl apologized quickly.
"Hmm, this is the last time remember not to repeat it again," Tristan commanded, which earned a serious nod from Hazel.
When the Ambrosio family reached the party all eyes were on them. Some were of admiration and awe while others were of jealousy and envy.
One thing no one can argue was they were such a perfect loving family.
Tristan and Ava went to mingle with the crowd and the kids came to the buffet area
"Brother, orange juice," Hazel requested.
Travis took the glass from the waiter and held it in front of Hazel while she sipped the juice through a straw. After she finished drinking he took a napkin and wiped her mouth.
All these things he had learnt from Tristan. During their outings, if his parents were busy it was his duty to take care of his baby sister.
His sister was very clumsy and messy and would readily spoil her dress if she fed herself. So he made sure she was comfortable and at ease.
After a few minutes other children came to ask them to join them for games and Travis accepted the offer.
In the middle of the game Travis wanted water and turned around to witness a sight which made him quite uneasy.
His father was standing with a gorgeous woman who was not his mother.