“Okay, mama. It’s time to shine.” Vivian stepped out slowly, cradling her belly like royalty adjusting her crown. The midnight-blue satin of her gown caught the moonlight in waves, clinging to her like it was sewn by stardust. They walked together toward the front steps of the estate, heels clicking against smooth stone, wind whispering around them. Vivian narrowed her eyes. “Lola… If this is a gender reveal with balloon animals and p***s cupcakes, I swear to God…” The grand double doors creaked open. And then. BOOM. An explosion of confetti rained down from the ceiling like a riot of stars. Music blasted through hidden speakers. And a hundred voices shouted in unison “SURPRISE!!!” Vivian staggered back a step, hand flying to her chest. Her jaw dropped. What the actual… The

