SOPHIE THE HEIRESS

FAMILY ANNOUNCEMENT

FAMILY ANNOUNCEMENT

After returning to South Korea on their private jet, Ali and Sophie could hardly contain their excitement as they prepared to share the life-changing news with their families. They called both sets of parents and invited them to Sophie's mansion, hinting only that they had a special announcement to make. Both families, intrigued and eager, accepted the invitation with delight, wondering what could be so important.

As the evening approached, Sophie's mansion was beautifully prepared for a warm, intimate dinner. The dining table was elegantly set, candles flickered softly, and fresh flowers adorned the room. The soft lighting created a cozy atmosphere, perfect for the heartfelt moment they were about to share.

When Ali and Sophie's parents arrived, they exchanged warm hugs and greetings, filling the room with laughter and warmth. They shared a few guesses, each one more excited than the last, about what the announcement might be. Sophie's mother exchanged a knowing look with Ali's mother, both of them unable to hide their excitement and anticipation.

Finally, as everyone settled down around the dinner table, Ali rose, taking Sophie's hand. The room grew quiet as all eyes turned to them. With a joyful smile, Ali began to speak.

"Thank you all for being here tonight. Sophie and I wanted to gather you all together because... we have some wonderful news to share," he said, his voice filled with emotion as he looked lovingly at Sophie.

Sophie smiled, her cheeks flushed with happiness. "We're... we're expecting twins!" she announced, her eyes shining with joy as she looked from her parents to Ali's, watching their reactions.

For a moment, there was stunned silence. Then the room erupted in cheers and applause, their families overjoyed by the news. Sophie's mother rushed over to embrace her daughter, tears of happiness streaming down her face. Ali's father clapped his son on the back, beaming with pride.

"I can't believe it—twins!" Sophie's father said, laughing as he hugged Ali. "You two are going to be wonderful parents."

Ali's mother took Sophie's hands in hers, her face glowing. "You have no idea how much this means to us, Sophie. You two are truly blessed."

The room filled with warm embraces, laughter, and congratulations as everyone shared in the joy of the news. The rest of the evening was spent in celebration, with toasts to the new parents-to-be and to the twins who would soon join their family.

As they sat around the table, clinking glasses and sharing stories, Sophie and Ali felt an overwhelming sense of love and support. Their families were not just welcoming the news of the twins—they were welcoming the start of an even stronger bond, a future filled with the love and joy they'd always dreamed of. This night, surrounded by family and the warmth of their shared happiness, felt like the perfect beginning to the journey ahead.

After their celebratory dinner with family, Sophie couldn't wait to share her incredible news with her closest friends. That evening, as she sat in her cozy lounge, she typed out a message to their group chat with Lev, Annie, Ashley, and Patricia.

Sophie:
Hey ladies! I'm back from our honeymoon and have some exciting news to share... I'm pregnant! And it's TWINS!

She hit send and leaned back, a smile spreading across her face as she imagined their reactions. It didn't take long for the replies to pour in.

Lev was the first to respond.

Lev:
OMG! TWINS?!!! I'm so happy for you, Sophie! My twins will have cousins now! I can already see playdates in the future. You're going to have such a beautiful family—Ali must be over the moon!

Sophie chuckled, thinking of Lev's twins, Lance and Lorraine, and how much fun they'd have with their future cousins.

Next was Ashley, who sent her message in all caps, clearly brimming with excitement.

Ashley:
SOPHIE!!! CONGRATULATIONS! I'M SO HAPPY FOR YOU! Byron is going to have new friends to play with. We need to throw a celebration soon. I can't wait to meet your little ones when they arrive!

Sophie grinned, imagining Ashley's son Byron as the "big brother" type to her twins.

Annie followed soon after, her reply warm and heartfelt.

Annie:
Sophie, you deserve all the happiness and love in the world. This is wonderful news. I'm so happy for you and Ali. Your family is going to be amazing. Let us know when you need anything—we're here for you always!

Sophie felt a wave of gratitude. Annie's words always had a way of making her feel loved and supported.

Finally, Patricia chimed in with her own flair of enthusiasm.

Patricia:
TWINS?! Sophie, that's incredible! I can already tell they're going to be the most beautiful and handsome kids ever, with parents like you and Ali. I'm so excited for you!

Sophie smiled at the stream of messages, her heart full from the love of her friends.

Sophie:
Thank you, ladies! Your support means the world to me. We'll need to have a girls' gathering soon so I can tell you all about the honeymoon and the twins!

Lev replied almost immediately:
Count me in. But no wine for you, Sophie—only sparkling water for the mama-to-be!

The group chat exploded with laughter and teasing after that, the familiar camaraderie bringing Sophie a sense of warmth and joy. Surrounded by such incredible friends, she knew her twins would be welcomed into a circle of love and kindness, and that thought made her even more excited for the future.

After the flurry of excitement in the group chat, Sophie felt a deep sense of joy, but there was one more thing she wanted to discuss. She picked up her phone and dialed Annie's number. The phone rang twice before Annie answered, her voice warm and cheerful.

"Hey, Sophie! Congratulations again, I'm so happy for you!" Annie's voice was full of excitement.

Sophie smiled, feeling the sincerity in Annie's words. "Thank you, Annie. I actually wanted to ask you a big favor."

Annie, always attentive to her friends, listened intently. "Of course, Sophie! Anything. What's on your mind?"

I wanted to ask if you and Ken could design and build our family home."

There was a short pause on the line as Annie took in Sophie's request. "Wow," Annie said, her voice full of excitement. "I'd love to help! Ken and I would be honored to design your family home. You and Ali deserve something beautiful, especially for your growing family. We'll make sure it's perfect for you, the twins, and the future."

"Exactly," Sophie laughed. "Ali and I are so excited. Thank you so much, Annie."

"Absolutely! Ken and I will be thrilled to work on it," Annie said. "How about tomorrow? Ken and I can meet with you and Ali at the office, and we can start discussing everything. I'll inform Ken right away."

Sophie's heart warmed at Annie's willingness. "That sounds perfect. We'll see you tomorrow then. Thank you again, Annie. I really appreciate it."

"Anytime, Sophie," Annie replied warmly. "I'm so excited for you. This is going to be an amazing project, and I can't wait to see your vision come to life."

Sophie smiled, feeling the weight of her decision lighten. With her friends and loved ones supporting her, the future was filled with possibilities. "Thank you again, Annie. Talk to you tomorrow."

After hanging up, Sophie felt a renewed sense of peace. Tomorrow, she and Ali would meet with Annie and Ken, and they would begin crafting the home where their growing family would make beautiful memories. It was the next step in their journey, and with the people they loved by their side, Sophie knew it would be nothing short of incredible.