It's time you called me mom

"As they stepped into the house, the aroma of mouthwatering dishes enveloped them, drawing their attention to the beautifully set dining table. Kiara had gone to great lengths to prepare a sumptuous welcome feast, with a variety of delectable delights spread out before them.

"Whoa, Kiara, this smells amazing! Just like Mom's cooking. You're a total rockstar in the kitchen!" Ethan said, his eyes lighting up with excitement.

"Quit your bellyaching' and get in the tub, stinky! You're starting to smell like last week's laundry!" Kiara joked, chuckling at Ethan's pretend offense.

"Meanwhile, back at the Hernandez household, a familiar conversation reignited between Mr. and Mrs. Hernandez in the living room, Mr Hernandez had just made another decision concerning Darren.

"And what kind of birthday present is that, sweetheart?" Mrs. Hernandez asked, lying beside her husband in bed, her voice soft and gentle in the quiet of their bedroom.