Creating Memories

EPILOGUE

19 years later...

Venice's arrival was announced by the loud roar of his motorbike. He smoothly parked in his designated spot and removed his helmet, taking a moment to look around. One of the staff members quickly approached him with a smile.

"Good morning, Khun Venice," the staff greeted him as Venice handed over his helmet.

"Good morning," Venice replied with a nod before making his way inside the Theerapanyakul mansion.

At 26, Venice had carved out his own path, much to his Daddy Vegas' dismay. Vegas had always hoped Venice would step into an executive role at Theerapanyakul Metal Industry right away, but Venice insisted on starting from the bottom, wanting to earn his place without the title of the CEO's son overshadowing his achievements. Despite Vegas' reluctance, he respected Venice's decision.

Venice now lived in a bachelor pad gifted to him by Uncle Tankhun upon his graduation five years ago. Uncle Porsche and Uncle Kinn had added a car to the mix, though it was currently parked at his home. It had taken a full year to convince his Papa Pete to allow him to move into the pad, and Pete had only relented with the promise that Venice would still return home every week—a promise Venice kept faithfully.

Venice came home because something important will happen tomorrow. It was Seoul's graduation day from university, and the house was buzzing with excitement. As Venice stepped inside, the staff greeted him with respectful bows. He asked where his parents were, and one of the staff members directed him to the living room.

Walking in, Venice found Vegas and Pete in their usual affectionate stance—Vegas was standing tall as Pete fussed over the lapel of Vegas' suit, making sure it was perfect. Despite being in their mid-fifties, their bond remained as strong as ever.

"I swear to God, If P'Khun gifts a house to Seoul tomorrow, I'm burning down the main family's mansion," Vegas muttered, his tone half-serious.

Pete chuckled, "I'll help you with it if he did."

Vegas smiled, leaning down to place a tender kiss on Pete's forehead. Venice couldn't help but feel a wave of warmth at the sight of his parents so in love after all these years.

Clearing his throat, Venice made his presence known. Both Vegas and Pete turned to look at him. Pete's face lit up with a smile. "Venice, you're here!"

Venice walked over to them and gave them both a brief hug. Pete pulled back slightly and gave Venice a once-over, his brows knitting together.

"Did you come in your motorbike again?" Pete teased.

"Yes, Pa. How did you know?" Venice asks. Pete gestures his hand at Venice's outfit—a white shirt, biker jacket, ripped jeans, and boots.

"Sorry, Papa," Venice apologized with a grin. "It's quicker in a motorbike than a car."

Vegas, ever the supportive father, chimed in, "It's fine, buddy! You look good in that outfit and the motorbike. Kinda reminds me of my younger years."

Pete rolled his eyes and playfully slapped Vegas' arm. "You're not helping, Vegas. And remember, you had an accident while riding your motorbike before!"

Just then, Venice felt a pair of arms wrap around his waist. He looked down to see his younger sister Sydney, beaming up at him. Before he could say anything, another set of arms joined the hug—this time it was Rio, who resembled Vegas but had inherited Pete's calm demeanor. Sydney is Pete's biological daughter via surrogacy and Rio is Vegas'. They have the same mother. A surrogate from Ukraine that they picked during the process. After Vegas and Pete got married, Pete opens up the idea of having a child like Kinn and Porsche did. Vegas was hesitant at first since he grew up in harsh environment but Pete reminds him that Vegas has him now and they are raising Venice and Seoul together. Being an only child makes Pete wants a bigger family. Vegas agreed but if only it will be Pete's since he doesn't trust himself much in having a biological child and would want a child that resembles Pete more. So, they had Sydney. Pete and Vegas love her so much. But then, Vegas decided to have another one using his sperm. Pete didn't hesitate, supported him, and they went to another process. Hence, they have Rio. Sydney and Rio are using Pete and Vegas' surnames; Saengtham-Theerapanyakul.