The Mystery Person Came For Them

Eliana felt a surge of delight as she dressed her giggling daughters, Ava and Zoe. Today was a special day, their tenth birthday, and their parents had fulfilled their long-held wish by throwing them a birthday party for the very first time.

Since their birth, Ava and Zoe had never experienced the world beyond their home. They knew only their parents and had never attended school, as Eliana had taken on the role of their teacher. The excitement in the air was palpable as they prepared to celebrate this milestone together.

From the moment they were born, Ava and Zoe had been isolated, but today marked the happiest day of their lives.

They were finally going to meet new people, have fun with other kids, and perhaps, from this day forward, they would experience the freedom they had always longed for.

Although Ava and Zoe didn't understand why their parents had kept them isolated until they turned five, they had been persistently asking why they couldn't play outside like other children. Eliana and Sebastian often provided vague answers that left the girls feeling confused.

Ava and Zoe were bursting with happiness and excitement, eager to meet new people and have fun for the first time.

"You're all set!" Eliana said, beaming as she finished dressing Zoe.

Both Zoe and Ava turned to her, their faces lit up with the brightest smiles. It was the first time Eliana had seen her daughters so joyful, and she couldn't help but feel a wave of happiness wash over her. She bent down to their level.

"Are you both happy?" she asked. Ava and Zoe nodded immediately. Apart from looking identical, they also looked adorable, their long hair styled into neat buns that complemented their pink dresses.

"Yes," they replied, nodding their heads. Eliana smiled and gently patted each of them on the head.

"From now on, we'll do everything we can to make you both happy. I love seeing this look on your faces, it makes my heart rejoice," Eliana said, placing a hand on her chest to feel her heartbeat.

Zoe and Ava smiled even wider at her words.

"Mom, can we start studying outside? Can you do that for us too? I can't wait to make new friends, it'll be so much fun!" Ava chimed in with her sweet voice, and Eliana gently caressed her cheek.

"Of course, as long as it makes you both happy, your dad and I will be happy too. There's nothing to fear anymore," Eliana replied, and Ava turned to Zoe.

"Did you hear that? We'll be studying outside! We'll never be bored again, and we'll make new friends and have fun!" Ava exclaimed, her excitement evident. Zoe smiled softly in response.

Ava was the smart and talkative type, while Zoe was more reserved and gentle.

"Are you happy, Zoe?" Eliana asked. Zoe nodded slowly, a cute smile spreading across her face just as the door swung open. Sebastian walked in, his handsome smile lighting up the room.

Tall and well-built, Sebastian exuded charm, a clear reflection of the beauty Ava and Zoe inherited from their parents.

"My princesses," he said, approaching them with two gift bags in his hands. Ava and Zoe rushed to hug him before he could reach them.

"Wow, my princesses look so cute," Sebastian said, hugging them tightly.

After breaking the hug, he squatted down in front of them and gently caressed their cheeks.

"You're happy, right?" he asked, and they both nodded enthusiastically.

"I'm so glad you two are happy," Sebastian mumbled, then revealed the bags he was holding.

"Wow, a gift! Daddy got us a gift!" Ava exclaimed, her eyes sparkling with excitement.

"This is for you, my princesses," Sebastian said, handing a bag to Ava before giving one to Zoe as well.

"Can we open it right now?" Zoe asked in her gentle voice.

"Of course, princess," Sebastian replied, and both Ava and Zoe eagerly tore open the bags.

The first thing they noticed was a piece of paper wrapped in a red ribbon.

They carefully untied the ribbon and unfolded the paper, their eyes widening in surprise at what they saw.

It was a form for their new school, and they could hardly contain their excitement.

"Dad, thank you so much," Zoe mumbled, hugging Sebastian once more, with Ava joining in.

"You're the best dad in the whole world!" Ava exclaimed, gesturing dramatically, causing both Sebastian and Eliana to chuckle.

They opened the bags again, revealing matching shoes and bracelets in the same color and design.

"I love this, Dad!" Ava said, her face lighting up with joy.

"I'm glad to hear that. Let me help you," Sebastian replied, taking the bracelet from Ava and gently fastening it around her wrist before assisting Zoe.

Eliana stood, watching the heartwarming scene unfold before her. This was what she had longed for, a moment when her family was truly happy, and now it was finally coming true.

"Enough with the family time, we're keeping the guests waiting. It's time to head outside," Eliana said. Sebastian leaned down to peck Zoe on the cheek, then did the same for Ava.

"Let's go," he mumbled, taking each of their hands as they began to walk out of the room, with Eliana following closely behind.

The air was filled with an overwhelming sense of happiness.

...

After two minutes of walking, they finally reached the door of the living room, and Sebastian swung it open.

Ava and Zoe's eyes widened in awe at the stunning view before them. Eliana and Sebastian exchanged smiles as they watched their children's excited expressions.

"This is so beautiful, Mom and Dad!" Ava exclaimed, her face glowing with joy.

The living room was adorned in the twins' favorite color, pink, with soft pink lights illuminating the space. A cheerful birthday song played in the background, adding to the festive atmosphere.

"Let's go in," Sebastian mumbled as they stepped inside, the twins' eyes widening in awe again.

They scanned the room, taking in the sight of numerous guests, both adults and children.

The space sparkled with the presence of affluent attendees and lavish decorations.

"Are you both happy?" Sebastian asked, looking at them.

"Yes, Daddy!" Ava and Zoe replied in unison, and Sebastian nodded with a smile.

As the guests noticed the twins, they erupted into applause and began singing a birthday song just for them.

Ava and Zoe beamed as Sebastian led them to the large cake adorned with their pictures.

Once the guests finished singing, it was time to cut the cake. Eliana handed them the knife with a smile on her face.

"On the count of three, you both should cut the cake," Sebastian instructed, and they nodded eagerly.

As the guests joined in the countdown, including Eliana and Sebastian, Ava and Zoe sliced into the cake at the count of three.

The guests applauded, including Eliana and Sebastian, while Zoe and Ava fed their parents before joining in on the cake.

"Yummy," Ava mumbled, and Eliana affectionately stroked her hair.

Afterward, Sebastian walked up to the stage and took the microphone.

"Thank you, everyone, for coming to our princess's birthday celebration tonight. We are so glad to have you here, and we hope you enjoy the rest of the evening," Sebastian announced.

"Let's dance to our hearts' content! Today is our princess's birthday, and it's a day for joy!" he added, prompting another round of applause from the guests before the music began.

He left the stage and walked over to his family.

"Let's dance," Sebastian mumbled. Ava took Zoe's hand and they rushed to the dance floor, beaming with excitement.

"Come on," Sebastian said, smiling as he took Eliana's hand, and together they made their way to the dance floor.

Just as they were about to start dancing, a gunshot rang out, causing their hearts to skip a beat.

Guests screamed, some hid in corners while others, close to the door, rushed out in a panic before anything worse could happen.

Ava and Zoe rushed to their parents, clinging tightly to Eliana's legs.

As those people approached, Eliana and Sebastian's bodies trembled with fear, confronting the very source of their nightmares, the mysterious figures they had been hiding from all this time.

Dressed in all black and wearing masks, the intruders resembled the embodiment of evil.

Sebastian and Eliana stood frozen in front of them, their own fear palpable as they faced the five ominous figures.

At the forefront was the leader, a man named Andretti.

Sebastian dropped to his knees without hesitation.

"Please, don't hurt my wife and children. You can do anything to me," he pleaded, trembling as he knelt before them.

"I've been waiting for this day for so long. You really think I won't hurt your family?" Andretti sneered, a mocking tone lacing his words.

Tears streamed down Sebastian's face as the reality of their situation sank in. He understood, in that moment, the depth of the peril they faced.