Three months later, Novara had been on the mountains of Zephyria training and learning. She goes to the academy and Josephine castle where she lives. The boys are now nine months old, babbling, waddling, crawling around. Ash and Karesse finally got married; she was four months pregnant, while Kester and Solthia also got married; she was three months pregnant.
Josephine was reading. She still can speak but still the same. Or is it? That is what everyone thought.
Xavi and Xoni were turning forty-three. The twins were now fourteen years old and Novara was seven years old. She had Bluey with her. Xavi sat down holding Vaedor while Kaelric was sleeping in Queen Oliyda arms. Xoni and Xavi birthday was tomorrow.
Adris and Carliet were in the castle helping out with the party arrangements.
"How is Nova, papa?" Adris said.
"Oh, she is on her way home," Xavi said as he sat down with his sons, Adris, Vaedor, Orion, and Kaelric together, while Ophelia sat outside waiting for Novara.
After three minutes her carriage arrived. She fell asleep. Ophelia carried her inside as Aradia sat and spoke to Josephine about Novara training and the process. Josephine was proud. Orion was also in training as the next Grand Prince of Noctyra. Xoni was the one training him, while Ophelia was going to be the next Queen of Noctyra.
By midnight Xavi was sleeping. Josephine, as always, brought a cake. A tiny shy voice whispered in his ears.
"Happy Birthday, My Love," the tiny voice said.
As Xavi opened his eyes, he saw his wife.
"Hey baby," he said as he rubbed his eyes. "Did you say something, love? I think I hear you said something…" he said mumbling.
She smiled and shook her head as no. She giggled a bit. He smiled at her.
"Maybe I read your mind again," he said and kissed her.
He cut the cake, fed her.
"Dada!!" the boys said while bouncing in the crib.
Josephine used her magic to lift them both and place them on the bed. They both kissed Xavi face and giggled.
Adris, Novara, and the twins entered.
"Happy Birthday, Papa!" they said, holding another cake.
Xavi opened his arms for his children as they all hugged him. He was so happy.
Meanwhile in Xoni room—
"Happy b-day Mama!" Lunee said as her three-year-old daughter was holding a cupcake.
She kissed her forehead.
"Happy Birthday, my sweetie," Anesthesia said.
Xoni kissed her lovingly as Vexar, Renia, Lunee, and Aurelion hugged her.
By moon, after everyone wished the twins Happy Birthday, both Xoni and Xavi were both busy with work, dark works as always. Both of them were deep in works and hands soaked in blood. Caius handled them the outfit for the party and they both chatted while walking to the hall.
"Happy Birthday!" everyone said.
"Happy Birthday, Papa!" the kids said.
Josephine wore a beautiful red dress and her hair tied into a bun. Xavi kissed her cheeks.
"Jojo," Sienna and Kara said as she happily giggled.
She went to the front of the hall.
"Attention everyone, Queen Josephine has something to say," Kara said with a smile.
Josephine nervously walked to the front of the hall and took a deep breath.
"Is mama going say—actually gonna say something?" Adris said to his father.
Xavi eyes were already tearing up.
"I hope so. That will be the best and amazing gift ever," Xavi said.
As Josephine drank water, she cleared her throat.
"Today is the most special day just like every other day and every year. My husband, King Xavi birthday, and I want to say Happy Birthday my love. Every year you exist, the world becomes softer, kinder, and more meaningful to me. You are my safest place, my quiet strength, the one who holds my heart with so much care and intention. Loving you feels like coming home after a long journey—warm, peaceful, and certain. Thank you for loving me the way you do, patiently, deeply, and without conditions. Thank you for seeing all of me—the loud parts, the fragile parts, the silent parts—and choosing me every single day. I am endlessly proud of the man you are, the love you give, and the way you protect, support, and cherish those you love. With you, I have learned what true partnership feels like, what forever truly means. My heart is grateful for you today and always. I love you more than words can ever hold, now, tomorrow, and for all the years to come. And also, thank you for my kids. Happy Birthday, darling," Josephine said.
Everyone was stunned by her words. Xavi tears came down along with Tess, Callum, and Piere.
"Oh—and happiest birthday, Xoni. I love you too!" Josephine said again, her voice calm and shy. It was the sweetest voice they ever heard. Hendrick and Sophina were happy.
Josephine walked to Xavi.
"Why are you crying, love?" she said in a whisper tone.
Xavi hugged her tightly.
"Thank you so much. I love you too," he said between sobbing.
"Shhh, it okay, baby," Josephine said.
"But mama, how did your voice clear?" Adris said.
"I practice all nights and day. Kara and Sienna help too!" Josephine said with a cute giggle.
"Woahh mama, your voice is so cute!" Novara said.
"Yeah!" Ophelia said.
Josephine chatted with Tess and the family.
"I love you all," she said, hugging them each.
"If Nana was here, she would have been the happiest," Piere said.
"I miss Nana a lot," Josephine said. "I will visit her," she said again, hugging them.
After the party, Xavi took off his suit. Josephine had one more surprise for him as she took him to the garden. He saw the most beautiful dinner awaiting him. She cooked for him.
Xavi held her hand.
"I love my gift very much, baby," he said as he pressed his forehead against hers. "You sound so sweet and lovely, my darling. My heart skipped each beat upon hearing your amazing voice," he said.
She took his hand. They were both dancing in the moonlight.
At the other side of the garden, Xoni and Anesthesia were also dancing as they both shared a deep lovingly kiss.
Xavi and Josephine too kissed while the moonlight shined upon them.
"Happy birthday, my king," Josephine said.
"Thank you, my Queen," Xavi said.
The kids watched their parents—old and strongest love that has lasted for so many years—and they cherished it.