guilty as sin? (tayvis)

the end.

Two years had passed since that memorable day at the park, and the small town of Maplewood had transformed with the changing seasons. Winter had wrapped the town in a blanket of soft white snow, creating a serene landscape that felt like a scene from a storybook. The holiday season was in full swing, and the excitement was palpable.

Lily, now six years old, had grown even more vibrant and imaginative. Her laughter could be heard throughout their cozy home as she helped her parents prepare for the upcoming Christmas celebrations. This year, they had decided to host a festive gathering for friends and family, a tradition they were eager to establish in their little community.

"Mommy, can we hang the ornaments now?" Lily's voice rang out, filled with enthusiasm as she bounded into the living room, clutching a box of decorations.

"Of course! Let's make the tree as beautiful as possible," Taylor replied, her heart swelling with joy at Lily's excitement.

Travis walked in, holding a tray of freshly baked cookies, their sweet aroma filling the air. "I think we need to fuel up before decorating. Who wants a cookie?" he called out, a playful grin on his face.

"Me! Me! Me!" Lily shouted, her eyes wide with delight.

As they settled down to enjoy the treats, the warmth of the room felt like a cocoon of happiness. The trio spent the afternoon decorating the tree, stringing lights, and sharing stories of Christmases past. Travis hung an ornament shaped like a football, while Taylor placed a delicate star at the top of the tree, a symbol of their dreams and love.

"Perfect!" Lily exclaimed, stepping back to admire their work. "It looks just like the ones in the movies!"

After they finished decorating, the family bundled up and headed outside for their favorite winter tradition—building a snowman. The snow crunched beneath their boots as they rolled giant snowballs together, laughing and competing to see who could make the biggest one.

Once the snowman stood tall and proud, adorned with a scarf and a goofy hat, Lily declared, "He needs a name! How about Frosty McSnowface?"

"Great name! I love it!" Travis laughed, ruffling her hair.

Later that evening, as the sun set and the stars began to twinkle in the clear winter sky, Taylor gathered her family in front of the fireplace. "I have a surprise for you both!" she announced, her eyes sparkling.

"What is it?" Lily asked, bouncing with excitement.

Taylor reached into her bag and pulled out two beautifully wrapped presents. "I wanted to give you both something special this Christmas."

Lily's eyes widened as she tore open her gift to reveal a beautifully illustrated book of Christmas stories. "Thank you, Mommy! I love it!" she squealed, hugging the book close.

Travis opened his gift to find a custom-made football jersey with "DAD" emblazoned on the back. "This is amazing, Taylor! I'll wear it every game day," he said, a look of appreciation on his face.

"And now for the best surprise," Taylor continued, her voice filled with emotion. "I'm proud to announce that I've been working on a new book inspired by our family and our life together. It's almost finished, and I can't wait for you both to read it."

"Wow, that's so cool!" Lily exclaimed, her eyes sparkling with admiration for her mother.

Travis reached out and took Taylor's hand, squeezing it gently. "You're incredible, you know that? We're so proud of you."

As they settled in together, reading stories and sharing dreams, Taylor reflected on how far they had come. The love that had blossomed between them had deepened, transforming into a beautiful tapestry woven with shared experiences, challenges, and joys.

Later that night, as the family prepared for bed, Taylor tucked Lily in, whispering sweet dreams into her ear. She lingered for a moment, taking in the innocence of her daughter's sleeping face, knowing that every moment was a treasure.

Downstairs, Travis was cleaning up the remnants of their holiday celebration. Taylor joined him, and they exchanged knowing smiles, the kind that spoke volumes about their journey together.

"I love our life," Travis said softly, leaning against the counter.

"Me too," Taylor replied, her heart full. "It's everything I've ever wanted."

As the clock struck midnight, they stood together, gazing out the window at the glistening snow, feeling grateful for the life they had built. Taylor thought back to their beginnings—the uncertainty, the fears, and how love had always found a way to shine through.

In the quiet of the night, Travis wrapped his arms around her waist, pulling her close. "I still can't believe how lucky I am," he murmured, his voice filled with sincerity.

"Me neither," she replied, tilting her head back to meet his gaze.

Their lips met in a gentle kiss, a promise of love and partnership. In that moment, all the challenges and triumphs they had faced faded away, leaving only the warmth of their bond.

As they turned to head upstairs, a soft glow caught Taylor's eye—the twinkling lights of their Christmas tree, shining brightly. It was a reminder that even in the coldest seasons, love could illuminate their lives, guiding them through every challenge.

In the years to come, they would continue to grow as individuals and as a family, each day writing a new chapter together. With Lily by their side, they would explore new adventures, embrace changes, and nurture their love, knowing that no matter what life threw their way, they would face it together.

And as Taylor sat down to write her next story, she knew that the greatest stories were those lived, filled with laughter, love, and the simple magic of everyday moments.

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so that's a wrap. guilty as sin was the first book of mine that came to and end. a book that i thought of every single think i wrote.

sad to say goodbye but happy that i reached the path i wanted to with this one, thank you thank you thank you

thank you for the support and love. if you liked this book, maybe you'll like my fresh new story 'wildest dreams' go check ;)

loads of love ❤️🌟