As soon as the Morgan family’s cars rolled through the iron gates of the Valley residence, the entire house fell into silence again.
Axel stood at the front steps with Evelyn beside him.
Oliver, holding to his mother’s hand, peeked from behind her like a curious kitten preparing to meet strangers that somehow felt familiar.
Behind them, Alicia and Stella waited politely, though their expressions already carried unspoken excitement.
The car doors opened.
Finley stepped out first, tall and relaxed, offering a reassuring smile. Behind him came Theodor Morgan, dignified and sharp-eyed.
And last, supported by a cane but radiating undeniable authority, was Nicholas Morgan.
Oliver’s eyes widened. He had seen Finley before. Many times. Finley had visited. Finley had carried him once. Finley had even taught him how to fold paper airplanes.
He immediately let go of his mother’s hand, "Grandpa Finley..." he shouted and sprinted forward.
Finley barely had time to open his arms before Oliver crashed into his legs and wrapped them tightly around him. He laughed, lifting him easily. "Well, hello there, little man. I see you missed me."
Oliver nodded solemnly. "Yes. You are my Grandpa Finley."
Finley grinned. "I am honored."
Nicholas and Theodor watched with surprised amusement. Nicholas leaned slightly on his cane, studying the child with keen interest.
Oliver finally noticed there were more strangers.
He tilted his head, still in Finley’s arms, and pointed at Nicholas. "Are you also a grandpa?"
Nicholas paused. Then he smiled, slow and warm. "It seems so, young man. I’m Nicholas... I’m your Grandpa Finley’s Grandpa..."
Oliver considered this carefully. "Do I call you Super Grandpa Nicholas?"
Nicholas’s eyes softened. "If you wish."
Oliver nodded once, satisfied. "Okay."
Then he turned to Theodor. "Are you a grandpa too?"
Theodor cleared his throat, caught off guard. "I am your Grandpa’s Finley father. So yes, in a way."
Oliver frowned slightly. "So... you are also my super Grandpa?"
Stella gasped and burst into laughter. Alicia covered her smile with her hand. Even Theodor chuckled quietly.
Theodor looked delighted. "Super Grandpa. I rather like that."
Axel shook his head fondly. "He assigns titles quickly."
Oliver leaned closer to Finley’s ear and whispered loudly enough for everyone to hear. "Mommy said I have many families. Now I see it."
Evelyn’s heart softened at his words. She stepped forward, and Axel moved beside her.
Introductions finally proceeded properly.
Nicholas greeted Axel with firm respect. Theodor nodded in acknowledgment. Finley remained close to Oliver, who was now studying Nicholas’s cane.
"Super Grandpa, do you stick-fight bad guys?" Oliver asked.
Nicholas laughed heartily. "Only when necessary."
Oliver looked impressed. "Wow... That’s cool."
As they entered the house, the warmth of the Valley residence wrapped around them.
Lunch was prepared, and the long table was set with care.
Conversation flowed politely as food was served.
Oliver sat between Finley and Evelyn. He ate diligently for about five minutes before curiosity overtook him again.
"Super Grandpa Nicholas, do you like music?"
Nicholas nodded. "Very much."

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