With the arrival of their second child, Y/n, a couple of years ago, Ariana and Dalton envisioned the typical scenario of her forming a close bond either with her mother or father. Surprisingly, Y/n developed an inseparable connection with her older brother, Cole, right from the start.
"Coco!" Y/n's delighted voice echoed as she spotted her brother entering her room before his morning meal.
"Baby!" Cole reciprocated, lifting his younger sister from her crib and enveloping her in a warm hug.
"COLE! BREAKFAST!" Ariana's voice resonated, calling her eldest son downstairs.
"Let's go, little one," Cole said, scooping up Y/n's pacifier before heading downstairs, with Y/n in tow.
Upon entering the kitchen, Ariana welcomed them with radiant smiles, tenderly kissing both her children's foreheads before serving their breakfast.
"Alright, my darlings, I have to head to the studio today, and Dad has a meeting for a few hours," Ariana announced, settling Y/n into her high chair and beginning to feed her.
"Understood, Mom. I'll watch over this little rascal," Cole teased, playfully tickling Y/n's feet.
"Thank you, sweetheart," Ariana expressed gratitude, concluding Y/n's meal and preparing to depart. "BYE, BABIES!"
"Bye, Mom!" Cole responded before taking charge of entertaining Y/n with a movie and playtime on the couch.
Y/n's longing gaze revealed her yearning for Ariana's presence, prompting Cole to offer reassurance. "I understand, baby."
As Y/n gradually calmed down, Cole lay on the couch, cradling her and offering the bottle. Eventually, the comfort and warmth lulled both Y/n and Cole into a peaceful nap.
Hours later, Ariana and Dalton returned home, their voices breaking the unusual silence in the house.
"I don't think it's typical," Dalton agreed, noticing the peaceful scene with Y/n and Cole asleep on the couch.
"Oh," Ariana softly remarked, realizing the reason for the hush.
Dalton smiled at the heartwarming sight and gently led Ariana away, leaving the siblings to their much-needed rest.
After a while, Y/n stirred and rubbed her eyes, sleepily making her way to the kitchen where her parents were.
"Hello, baby girl," Dalton greeted warmly, lifting Y/n and heading towards Ariana, who was busy preparing dinner.
"Hi, princess," Ariana cooed, enveloping Y/n in a loving embrace.
"Missed mama today? Cole said you wanted mama," Ariana asked, planting a kiss on Y/n's forehead as she settled in her arms.
Y/n nodded softly, snuggling closer to Ariana, her eyes sparkling with affection.
"Let's color while we wait for Coco, okay?" Ariana suggested, settling with crayons and paper at the kitchen table.
As dinner approached, Y/n finished her coloring, noticing that Cole was still asleep. She playfully attempted to wake him.
"COCO!!!" Y/n giggled, causing Cole to jolt awake, his playful tickles ensuing a cheerful commotion between the siblings.
In the midst of laughter and fun interactions, Y/n's innocent and vibrant energy filled the house, creating a joyful atmosphere that echoed the love and warmth of their family.
