Midnight Hollow, The Ballan Family

Birthday Gift

After getting the kids and toddlers settled in bed, Gardenia and Victor find Alice and Adam still dancing outside. Victor waves them over. "Adam, we are very proud of all that you have accomplished in the short time you have been in town and staying with us. You are as much a part of this family as if you had been born to us. We love you and want you to know that. Our home will always be your home."

At this moment Alice is thinking that her Dad and Mom are the best parents in the world even if they are a bit controlling.
Adam chokes up and swallows and tries to speak, but is so overwhelmed he cannot.

Victor continues to speak. "It has always been tradition in my family to bestow gifts upon the age of majority and I wanted you to have something truly remarkable. I hope you will enjoy this gift." He hands a small box to Adam.

Adam opens the box and finds a set of keys. He finally finds his voice and thanks Victor for honoring him with a place in their home and hearts. He gives Victor and Gardenia heartfelt hugs and wipes tears from his face.
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