Creating Memories

EXTENDED EPILOGUE

A/N: Surprise! Here's another extended epilogue because I realized I left out some important characters. I'm also considering writing side stories soon, especially since some of you are curious about Vegas and Pete's life after marriage, as well as Seoul and Venice's love lives. For now, enjoy this extended epilogue! I'd love to hear your thoughts in the comments!

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Vegas stood at the entrance of the minor family mansion, his eyes scanning the entrance gate for any sign of his brother and his family. It had been three weeks long weeks since they left for their two-week long holiday in the Philippines, but what was supposed to be a relaxing trip had turned into an anxious wait as they were caught in the middle of a heavy typhoon. Thankfully, they were safe, staying in a hotel located in a secure zone.

Seoul didn't mind having her graduation celebration postponed. She understood the situation and told her uncle Macau that it was fine to delay the party. Macau, however, insisted, saying they could celebrate together once they returned. Now, Vegas was eager to see them again and make up for the missed occasion.

Suddenly, the distant hum of an engine caught his attention. A black SUV pulled up in front of the mansion, followed by two other cars with security detail. Vegas took a deep breath, relieved to see them home.

The SUV's door opened, and Rome stepped out first. He smiled, his resemblance to Macau striking. Yet, there was a calmness in him that came from his mother, Cherry.

"Hello, Uncle Vegas!" Rome greeted, stepping forward with a grin.

"It's good to see you, Rome," Vegas replied, smiling back. "How was the trip?"

"Crazy, but we made it through," Rome said with a shrug.

Macau exited next. He gave Vegas a brief hug. Vegas is glad that his brother is safe. Then, Macau went to the other side of the car to help Cherry out. He took her hand gently as she stepped down, her soft smile directed at her brother-in-law.

"Hello, P'Vegas," Cherry wai-ed at him.

"Hi, Cherry," Vegas greeted warmly. "I'm glad you're all safe."

Cherry smiled. "Thank you, P'Vegas. We were lucky to be in a safe zone. It was scary for a while, but everything's fine now."

Finally, Manila, the youngest child of Macau and Cherry's children, emerged from the SUV. She had just turned 16, and the trip had been planned to celebrate her birthday in the country where her name was from. She approached Vegas and hugged him.

"Hey, Uncle," she said, her voice light and cheerful.

"Manila," Vegas greeted, smiling fondly. "Did you have fun in the Philippines?"

Manila nodded. "Aside from the typhoon, we had a great time. It was really nice, and we visited some cool places before everything got shut down."

"I'm glad," Vegas said, relief evident in his voice.

Macau walked over, placing a hand on his brother's shoulder. "Don't worry, we're home now."

Vegas nodded, his tension easing as he looked at his brother's calm expression. "I'm just glad you're all okay. Pete's been preparing something small for your return—a little celebration for both your homecoming and Seoul's graduation."

"That sounds perfect," Cherry said, smiling at the mention of Seoul. "It'll be nice to celebrate together."

Vegas gestured for them to come inside, leading them toward the mansion. "Come on in. Seoul's waiting, and Pete's been working all day to make everything special."