Zyra, standing nearby, could not help but burst into laughter upon hearing the conversation. "Matheo, let me tell you, your dad holds the lowest rank in your house."Matheo gave Xoan a look of deep sympathy. "Wow, Dad, I didn't know it was that bad for you."Xoan's already gloomy face turned a shade darker.Luckily, Matheo was a perceptive kid. He caught the hint of displeasure on his father's face and figured there must be something Xoan was keeping to himself, so he let the matter go.A little later, Sophie returned with a plate of sliced fruit, and the three of them settled into the couch for a good catch-up. It had been ages since they had last seen each other, and the conversation flowed happily.However, Sophie's phone broke the mood with its sudden ring."Mom, Xora's in labor!"Labor was no walk in the park, and the news had everyone's faces turning pale. Yaslyn's voice was urgent, "Which hospital? We need to get there fast."Sophie nodded, her face tense with concern.
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