Family, Lovers, Friends
The Alistair Mansion was filled with a delicious aroma as the six siblings gathered in their spacious kitchen, equipped with a long marble countertop and professional-grade appliances. That day, they were preparing for the Fourth of July celebration by cooking together. Their partners had promised to arrive once the food was ready, making this a special moment just for the six of them—reminding them of their childhood when they often cooked with their mother, Penelope.
Victoria, as flamboyant as ever, wore a striking red apron that read "Queen of the Kitchen" and confidently began preparing lobster thermidor. "Okay, everyone! Listen up! I want all of you to cook with your whole heart because Amir will only compliment my food!" she teased.
Rebecca, the more practical one, tied her long hair back and got to work calmly. She was preparing Beef Wellington, ensuring the meat was perfectly cooked with a crisp pastry layer. "Vic, if you're too busy showing off, your food might burn," she remarked dryly while stirring the frittata batter.
Madison was busy grilling cheese sandwiches with an abundance of butter in a cast-iron pan. "Davis, if you dare sabotage my pancakes, I swear I'll get my revenge!" she warned, shooting a glare at her mischievous brother. She also mixed pancake batter, swaying her hips and doing a little dance to the rock music playing from the speakers.
Davis, with his signature mohawk, torched the sugar on top of his crème brûlée before moving on to his mille-feuille, decorating it with fresh peaches and strawberries. "Mad, I could swap your sugar with salt… but I'm in a good mood," he chuckled.
Sadie worked diligently, seasoning the branzino before roasting it with herbs. She also prepared a Caesar salad, ensuring every romaine leaf was perfectly coated with dressing. "If you all keep being this loud, you'll ruin my concentration," she murmured, though her eyes shone with warmth at the lively atmosphere around her.
Corina, the family's culinary expert, was busy grilling baby back ribs with her homemade BBQ sauce and cooking Wagyu truffle steak to a perfect medium-rare. "Davis, if you mess with my BBQ sauce, I swear I'll paint your face on one of my canvases… and you won't like the result," she threatened with a sweet smile.
Just as everything was almost ready, Madison accidentally spilled a bit of pancake batter onto Rebecca's apron. "Oops," she said, her eyes twinkling with mischief. Rebecca let out a long sigh before grabbing a pinch of flour and patting it onto Madison's cheek.
"That's payback!" Rebecca declared.
Davis burst into laughter, but before he could dodge, Corina expertly flicked some BBQ sauce onto his arm. "You need some decoration too, Dav," she said casually.
"You're all so childish!" Victoria huffed—right before Davis smeared a bit of mille-feuille filling onto her nose. "AARRGGH!! DAVIS!!"
Sadie just shook her head with a small smile, while Madison laughed so hard her stomach hurt. "Okay, okay! We need to clean up before our partners arrive, or they'll think we're kids!"
Once the mess was cleaned up, they set the food on their elegant dining table. Their dishes looked like they had come straight from a five-star restaurant.
"Moments like this are what we'll miss later," Corina said softly, looking around at her siblings.
Victoria raised her glass. "To the six of us. Before we all get too busy with our partners and kids… this is our moment."
They exchanged smiles, realizing that no matter where life took them, they would always be family.
Not long after, the doorbell rang—their partners had finally arrived, ready to enjoy the meal made with love and a little bit of chaos.
Davis, being the closest to the door, opened it and was immediately greeted by Akina's bright smile. "Wow, the kitchen smells amazing!" she said, glancing at the kitchen, which still bore traces of their cooking battle.
Soon, Ethan Zhao walked in with Lea Marie, Ravi Choi, Amir Al Fahad, and Malik Carter. Lea Marie immediately wrapped her arms around Madison's waist, planting a playful kiss on her cheek. "Sweetheart, you have flour on your nose," she laughed.
Ethan raised an eyebrow at Rebecca. "Don't tell me you joined the food fight too?"
Rebecca simply flipped her hair elegantly. "I was merely retaliating."
Meanwhile, Ravi gave Sadie a warm smile and kissed her forehead. "You look exhausted but happy."
Sadie nodded, squeezing his hand. "Cooking with them is always fun."
Amir approached Victoria and kissed her hand with a regal flair. "Do you think your food can rival royal cuisine, habibti?" he teased.
Victoria scoffed but her eyes sparkled. "I bet you'll want to marry me all over again after tasting this."
Malik pulled Corina into a side hug while eyeing the steak and baby back ribs on the table. "I have a feeling your dishes are the best ones."
Davis jumped into the conversation. "Okay, before you all start fawning over your partners, let's eat!"
Everyone gathered around the grand dining table, the dishes laid out to perfection. There was something warm and familiar about the atmosphere—a sense of togetherness that was irreplaceable.
As they started eating, Lea Marie took a bite of Madison's grilled cheese and nodded in approval. "This is amazing. What's your secret?"
Madison grinned. "Butter. Lots of butter."
Ethan sliced into Rebecca's Beef Wellington and nodded in admiration. "The pastry texture is perfect. I could see this being served in a Michelin-star restaurant."
Rebecca smirked slightly. "Thank you. I wouldn't trust my kitchen to anyone else."
Across the table, Amir and Akina were almost fighting over Victoria's lobster thermidor. "Vic, this is incredible," Akina said, while Amir added, "Habibti, I have to agree. This reminds me of a five-star hotel dish."
Victoria beamed with pride. "Of course it does."
Meanwhile, Davis nervously watched as everyone tasted his crème brûlée. When Sadie took the first bite and her eyes lit up, she nodded. "This is perfect, Davis."
Davis feigned indifference, but his face turned slightly red. "Yeah… I'm good at this stuff."
Malik patted Corina's shoulder as he cut into her juicy Wagyu steak. "This steak… is phenomenal."
Corina simply shrugged, but the proud glint in her eyes gave her away.
The next week...
A luxurious penthouse in Manhattan became the gathering place for the Alistair siblings and their closest friends. That night, they sat in a circle in the spacious living room, accompanied by the soft tunes of jazz music and a glass of wine in each of their hands.
"I still remember the first time I met Vic," Cece laughed, patting Victoria's thigh as she sat beside her. "She walked into our dorm room with a bright red suitcase and immediately asked if I preferred tequila or vodka. I knew right then and there she was going to be my best friend!"
"Because life is too short not to have fun," Victoria raised her glass.
Izzy, sitting between Rebecca and Sofia, sipped her red wine. "You might not believe this, but Becky used to be such a bookworm. I had to drag her out of the office just to grab lunch. She only truly loosened up after I introduced her to good whiskey."
Rebecca scoffed. "You mean after you nearly got me drunk at my first board meeting?"
Ari leaned back on the sofa, glancing at Madison, who was chuckling. "Maddie, you used to be shy before you got into this industry, right? Now look at you—featured in Vogue every month!"
"Oh, I've always loved attention. I just needed a little push," Madison winked playfully.
In the corner of the room, Davis and Jay were engaged in a heated debate about music.
"No way, man! Your guitar solo in Blackheart is still the best!" Jay insisted.
Davis waved him off. "Bro, you're only saying that because I let you have the solo in the next song!"
Elijah, who had just returned from the kitchen with a plate of snacks, sat beside Sadie. "I can't believe I used to be so nervous talking to you, Dr. Alistair. You always looked so serious on campus."
Sadie gave a small smile. "I wasn't serious, just… focused."
"She's even serious when she eats!" Sofia chimed in, making everyone laugh.
That night, they enjoyed each other's company—away from the cameras, away from work obligations. Just them, a group of friends who had been through so much together.
The Alistair Siblings' Lovers:
1. Amir Al Fahad (Victoria's boyfriend/husband)
Full Name: Amir bin Abdulaziz Al Fahad
Gender: Male ♂️
Nationality: Saudi Arabian
Ethnicity: Arab
Occupation: Prince of Saudi Arabia, Philanthropist
Education: MBA, Harvard University
Personality: Calm, diplomatic, protective, highly intelligent
Appearance: Tall, fit, tanned skin, dark wavy hair, well-groomed beard, always dressed impeccably in tailored suits or traditional thawb
Notable Traits:
A modern yet respectful prince who balances tradition and progress
Strong supporter of women's rights and charities
Loves Victoria deeply and is incredibly patient with her dramatic tendencies
2. Ethan Zhao (Rebecca's boyfriend/husband)
Full Name: Ethan Jianhao Zhao
Gender: Male ♂️
Nationality: Singaporean
Ethnicity: Chinese
Occupation: CEO of a multinational tech company
Education: MS Business Administration, Stanford University
Personality: Workaholic, rational, ambitious, slightly introverted
Appearance: Tall, lean, sharp facial features, neatly styled black hair, wears glasses, often in business attire
Notable Traits:
Met Rebecca during a business convention and was impressed by her intelligence
Both are equally ambitious, creating a power couple dynamic
3. Lea Marie Dubois (Madison's girlfriend/wife)
Full Name: Léa Marie Dubois
Gender: Female ♀️
Nationality: French
Ethnicity: Caucasian (French)
Occupation: Supermodel & Fashion Designer
Education: BA Fashion & Textile Design, Paris College of Art
Personality: Playful, elegant, confident, charming, witty
Appearance: Tall, elegant, platinum blonde hair, blue-green eyes, sharp cheekbones
Notable Traits:
Known for her effortless Parisian charm and impeccable fashion sense
Has a fun-loving but protective nature over Madison
4. Akina Kurosawa (Davis's girlfriend/wife)
Full Name: Akina Kurosawa
Gender: Female ♀️
Nationality: Japanese
Ethnicity: East Asian (Japanese)
Occupation: Singer & Composer
Education: BA Music Composition, Tokyo University of the Arts
Personality: Reserved, deep thinker, gentle but strong-willed
Appearance: Petite, fair skin, straight black hair, soft yet striking facial features
Notable Traits:
Has a hauntingly beautiful voice that captivates audiences
Met Davis through the music industry; their relationship was initially chaotic but became one of the strongest bonds
5. Dr. Ravi Choi (Sadie's boyfriend/husband)
Full Name: Ravi Choi
Gender: Male ♂️
Nationality: American
Ethnicity: Indian-South Korean
Occupation: Psychiatrist
Education: MD Psychiatry, Johns Hopkins University
Personality: Warm, empathetic, patient, extremely intelligent
Appearance: Medium height, fit physique, dark brown wavy hair, deep brown eyes, always well-dressed but casual
Notable Traits:
Specializes in anxiety and trauma disorders
Met Sadie during medical conferences and became a support system for her
Loves classic literature and often reads poetry to Sadie
6. Malik Carter (Corina's boyfriend/husband)
Full Name: Malik Dwayne Carter
Gender: Male ♂️
Nationality: American
Ethnicity: African-American
Occupation: Art Professor & Mathematics Teacher
Education: MFA Fine Arts & Mathematics, NYU
Personality: Passionate, protective, intellectual, humorous
Appearance: Tall, muscular, dark brown skin, dreadlocks, stylish yet relaxed fashion
Notable Traits:
Encouraged Corina's art career and always supports her creative pursuits
Loves discussing philosophy and mathematics in-depth with Corina
Has a deep love for jazz and often takes Corina to live music performances
The Alistair Siblings' Closest Friends:
- Celeste "Cece" Montgomery
A charismatic Brazilian actress.
Former college roommate of Victoria at Boston University during their undergraduate studies in Theatre.
Spontaneous, outspoken, and always radiates positive energy.
Lives a glamorous lifestyle but remains loyal to her friendships.
- Isabelle "Izzy" Hayes
Vice president of a renowned watch company.
Jewish heritage, highly intelligent, and possesses sharp business instincts.
Elegant, independent, and occasionally sarcastic.
A loyal friend to Rebecca since the start of her career.
- Adrian "Ari" Wexler
A talented fashion designer who is openly gay.
A Black American with an eccentric and confident sense of style.
Has a great sense of humor and always supports Madison in the fashion industry.
- Jay Portland
A famous guitarist who was once in a band with Davis.
A White American with a laid-back personality and a sharp wit.
Despite frequently arguing with Davis over music, they are like brothers.
- Elijah Kim
A general practitioner of South Korean descent.
Sadie's former junior at USC, who used to be both in awe of and intimidated by her.
Kind-hearted, shy, and always strives to support Sadie in every way.
- Sofia Navarro
An Argentinian photographer and journalist.
Adventurous, fearless, and never without her camera.
A close friend of Corina, with whom she often exchanges creative ideas and discusses art.