Calliope and her group were having a blast, chatting and laughing over burgers and fries at their favorite diner. After the meal, they decided to hit the mall together and maybe catch a movie if there was anything good playing.
They had no idea Lisette and her brothers had the same idea. As fate would have it, right after their own meal, Lisette’s crew also headed to the very same shopping center.
The two groups bumped into each other while Calliope and her friends were browsing a trendy jewelry store. Calliope was trying on a sparkly necklace, her brothers hovering nearby, giving opinions and joking around.
Valerian strolled alongside Lisette, grinning. “So, Lisette, what do you want? I’ll get you a present.”
He glanced at Horatio and Ulysses, nudging them. “You guys are getting Lisette something for Christmas too, right? Or are you just gonna let her pick?”
Horatio chuckled. “Whatever Lisette wants, that’s what we’ll get her.”
Ulysses nodded. “Don’t hold back, Lisette. Work’s been good this year. I’ve got cash to spare.”
Lisette shook her head, putting on her sweetest smile. “You guys don’t have to go overboard! I’m just happy to spend the holidays with you. Honestly, I don’t need anything else.”
Even as she said it, her eyes couldn’t help drifting to Calliope across the store, who was admiring herself in the mirror with a stunning set of earrings and a matching bracelet. Calliope’s brothers were obviously all-in on helping her pick the best one.
Clearly, they’d overheard the conversation, because a few of them turned around, smirking.
Julius rolled his eyes. “Seriously? Do you guys follow us everywhere? You like our shadows now?”
Norton scoffed. “Maybe they’re a little obsessed. Don’t worry, Callie. They might be shopping for Lisette, but you’ve got us, and we’ll get you all the gifts you want. Heck, name your price!”
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