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A tear trailed down Alex’s cheek, but he quickly brushed it away.
“We don’t know what might have happened,” Elise said. Her voice was so tight that it was difficult to speak.
“I know that,” Alex returned. “But I think it’s better to operate with generosity and love. It’s what our mothers would have wanted. Don’t you think?”
Elise nodded. “More than anything.”
Alex caught his breath as a big gust of wind rushed through them. “I can’t believe I’m saying this, but Dad’s birthday is on Halloween. I think I want to plan something—something big. There’s so much to celebrate. If you can make it back in time from California, I hope you’ll come.”
“Halloween, huh? I think I can make that happen. But do you mind if I bring over a few guests? I have a feeling they’ll want to meet their grandfather and their uncle and aunts. Once they learn you all exist, that is.”
Alex smiled at Elise then and replied with a smile. “I’d really like that.”
