Chapter 19 {Make A Pact}

Mrs. Clark smiled, seeming to sense Catarina's confidence.

"Excellent. We'll schedule the entrance exam for next week. And I'll also arrange for a tour of the school, so your children can get a feel for the campus and meet some of their potential classmates."

Catarina nodded, her mind already racing with the possibilities. She knew that this was just the beginning of a new chapter in the triplets' lives, and she was excited to see what the future held.

As they left the office, the triplets turned to her with big smiles on their faces.

"Mama, we're going to get in, aren't we?" one of them asked, bouncing up and down.

Catarina smiled, hugging them close.

"I'm sure you will, my little ones. You're going to do great things, and I'm so proud of you."

The rest of the day was a blur of activity, as Catarina and the triplets explored the school and met with various teachers and administrators. Everywhere they went, Catarina could sense the warm and welcoming atmosphere of the school, and she knew that this was the perfect place for her children to grow and thrive.

As they left the school at the end of the day, the triplets were bubbling over with excitement.

"Mama, can we come back tomorrow?" one of them asked, tugging on her hand.

Catarina smiled, laughing.

"Not tomorrow, sweetie. But soon. Very soon."

As they drove home, Catarina couldn't help but feel a sense of pride and accomplishment. She had taken the first step towards giving her children the best possible education, and she knew that it was going to make all the difference in the world.

When they arrived home, Catarina made dinner for the triplets, and they sat down to eat together. As they ate, Catarina noticed that the triplets seemed quieter than usual, and she asked them what was wrong.

One of them looked up at her, a serious expression on their face.

"Mama, what if we don't get in?" they asked, their voice trembling.

Catarina's heart went out to them, and she reached out to hug them close.

"My little ones, you will get in," she said, her voice full of conviction.

"You are smart and talented, and you deserve the best. I know that you will make it into Oakwood Academy, and you will thrive there."

The triplets looked up at her, their eyes searching for reassurance. Catarina smiled, her eyes shining with confidence.

"I promise you, my little ones, you will get in. And even if, for some reason, you don't, we will find another way. We will find another school that is just as good, or even better. You are my children, and I will do everything in my power to give you the best possible education and future."

The triplets nodded, seeming to accept her words. They finished their dinner in silence, but Catarina could sense their minds working overtime, thinking about the possibilities.

As they finished up, Catarina suggested they do something fun to take their minds off things.

"How about we watch a movie?" she suggested.

The triplets' faces lit up, and they eagerly agreed. Catarina smiled, happy to see them smiling again.

As they settled in to watch the movie, Catarina couldn't help but feel a sense of pride and love for her children. She knew that she would do anything to give them the best possible life, and she was determined to make sure they succeeded.

As the movie played on, Catarina snuggled up close to the triplets, feeling grateful for this special time with them. She knew that these moments were precious, and she was determined to make the most of them.

As the night wore on, Catarina's thoughts turned to the future. She knew that the next few weeks would be filled with uncertainty, as they waited to hear back from Oakwood Academy. But she was confident that everything would work out in the end.

As the movie came to an end, Catarina smiled, feeling a sense of peace wash over her. She knew that no matter what the future held, she and the triplets would face it together, as a team.

"Time for bed, my little ones," she said, smiling.

The triplets nodded, yawning. Catarina helped them get ready for bed, tucking them in and giving them each a goodnight kiss.

As she turned out the light and closed the door, Catarina felt a sense of contentment wash over her. She knew that she had done everything she could to prepare the triplets for the challenges ahead, and she was confident that they would succeed.

With a happy heart, Catarina made her way to her own bed, feeling grateful for this special life she had built with her children.

As she drifted off to sleep, Catarina's mind wandered back to the events of the day. She thought about the meeting with Mrs. Clark and the tour of Oakwood Academy. She thought about the triplets' excitement and nervousness, and she smiled to herself, knowing that they were going to be just fine.

The next morning, Catarina woke up feeling refreshed and energized. She got out of bed and started getting ready for the day, her mind already turning to the tasks ahead. She knew that she had to start preparing the triplets for the entrance exam, and she was determined to do everything she could to help them succeed.

As she made breakfast for the triplets, Catarina couldn't help but feel a sense of pride and purpose. She knew that this was a critical moment in their lives, and she was determined to do everything she could to support them.

"Good morning, my little ones," she said, smiling as the triplets came into the kitchen. "Today, we're going to start getting ready for the entrance exam. Are you all excited?"

The triplets nodded, their eyes shining with anticipation. Catarina smiled, feeling a sense of excitement herself.

"Great," she said.

"Let's get started, shall we?"

Together, they sat down at the kitchen table, and Catarina began to go over the exam format and content with the triplets. She explained the different sections and the types of questions they would be asked, and she gave them tips and strategies for answering the questions.

As they worked, Catarina could see the triplets' confidence growing. They were smart and capable, and she knew that they were going to do great things.

After a few hours of studying, Catarina suggested they take a break.

"Let's go for a walk," she said.

"We can get some fresh air and stretch our legs."

The triplets nodded, and they set off into the sunny day. As they walked, Catarina couldn't help but feel a sense of pride and love for her children. She knew that they were going to do great things, and she was grateful to be a part of their journey.

As they walked, Catarina's mind turned to the future. She knew that the entrance exam was just the beginning of a new chapter in the triplets' lives, and she was excited to see what the future held.

"Let's make a pact," she said, turning to the triplets.