Chapter 2086 Extra 5

Ten years had flown by in the blink of an eye. Three figures, Archie, Benny, and Estella, rode bicycles along the road near Chanaea's finest educational institute, their laughter echoing in the air. The twin brothers, Archie and Benny, possessed chiseled faces, sharp eyebrows, and eyes that sparkled like stars. Estella, on the other hand, possessed exquisite features and an elegant aura, seeming almost otherworldly. Their simple names were nonetheless renowned throughout the country; they were the youngest students at the institute.

Their striking appearances constantly drew attention, sparking conversations wherever they went. Praised for their beauty, they were equally celebrated for their accomplishments. Archie was the country's foremost expert on ancient Chanaean history, even mentoring other students. Benny, secretly a special advisor to the national security department, was publicly known as a renowned archaeologist. Estella's success in the fashion industry was even more impressive; her globally recognized clothing brand, launched after a successful Pillere fashion show, was coveted by A-list celebrities.

As they cycled, they cheerfully greeted fellow students. Nearing the institute entrance, they accelerated, spotting their family's car. Roxanne, Seward, and Noreen emerged, waving excitedly. "Archie, Benny, Essie, we're here!" Roxanne called. Coincidentally, it was Seward and Noreen's tenth birthday, and they had come to collect their older siblings for the celebration.

A blissful smile graced Roxanne's face. Her five children were her most precious treasures. Time seemed to have treated her kindly; she appeared even more graceful and beautiful than before, her figure unchanged from ten years prior, a fact that fueled Madilyn's envy. Lucian sat behind the wheel, slowly opening the car door, his gaze gentle and mature, devoid of its former hostility.

Archie, Benny, and Estella parked their bicycles and hurried to the car. Lucian naturally took Roxanne's hand. She looked up, meeting his gaze. Seward and Noreen ran to their siblings. Archie and Benny were nearly Lucian's height, while Estella resembled a younger Roxanne. Their customized seven-seater comfortably accommodated all seven of them.

Joyful chatter filled the car during the drive. "Daddy, Mommy," Estella announced, "I have a big secret! You know Archie and Benny have many admirers? Well, I've discovered they're interested in the same girl!" Her revelation prompted warning glances from her brothers.

"Oh?" Roxanne responded calmly, casting a knowing look at the boys. "What's she like? I'm curious what kind of girl could capture both Archie and Benny's hearts." Lucian, too, expressed interest.

Archie and Benny's faces flushed crimson. "N-No," Archie stammered. "Don't listen to Essie. We just admire her, that's all." Benny quickly recovered, his smile mirroring a younger Lucian. "I like her. She's outstanding. I've told Archie, and we're competing fairly."

Lucian and Roxanne exchanged happy glances. "It's fine," Lucian nodded. "Pursue her if you like her."

"When can you introduce her to me?" Roxanne asked, a memory surfacing. "My history with Lucian began in school as well…"