Macy's POV
I called Loise straight away and told her to keep Vivi and Basti for a while. I told her about what just had happened and she was happy to keep them longer.
I'm sure the reporters and the paparazi's will be lining up outside our house again! This is the last thing that I really want to happen right now.
I tried contacting dad again. But no answer. It was already late when the kids had arrived. I was surprised to se Loise with them.
"We need to talk." Loise told me. I was hesitant because she was looking pretty serious.
I asked Basti and Vivi to go and see mom.
"Loise, I appreciate everything you do and everything you have done for me and my kids. I understand that you don't want to be a part of it when the situation becomes worse." I told Loise.
She then hugged me.
"Did it ever occur to you to ask for my family name?"
I was confused at what Loise just said.
"What do you mean?"
Loise then reminded me about the first time we met at broken hill. She reminded me about her story. About her parents and everything.
I was still confused.
"I don't understand??? Why are you telling me this?"
Then Loise finally said, "My name is Elloise Evie Crowne and I have just learned 2 hours ago that you are my sister in law."
I just heard the worse joke of the century.
"And before you get angry, I want you to know that I didn't know that you were Oliver's wife. I don't want the media to twist the story that's why you are hearing it from me first. And I want you to know that I will always be on your side and I will always be your free spirited friend."
All I could do was pinch the bridge of my nose.
I can feel that Loise wanted me to answer.
I took a deep breath.
"Can we just get through Vivi and Basti's birthday? We can talk after. I have a lot in my plate right now." I told Loise.
She then said goodbye to the kids.
Loise's POV
I can't believe that after all the hardwork that I had done to have a peaceful life, I am suddenly in the middle of a storm.
It's Vivi and Basti's birthday party. And of course, my parents and Oliver wanted to come. I told them that I would try and ask Macy but I doubt that she would allow it.
The birthday party was going to be a public event which means there will be cameras and media people. If they saw my family attending the party it would be chaos.
I am totally with Macy on this!
But anyway, they still insisted so I still had to call Macy.
Macy: hi L.
Me: hi friend... I know you would say no but my family still wanted me to ask, can they attend the birthday party?
I heard Macy sighed.
Macy: Loise you know it's a public event...
Me: I know right?! I totally told them that!!! I am so with you on this...
Macy: they can come on the other party if they really insist
Since my phone was on speaker. I didn't have to relay the message. I saw the look on Oliver's face but to be honest Macy was already very generous. If it was me, I would have flatly said no.
"You owe me a lot now dude." I told Oliver.
Since I've learned about Macy and Oliver, I didn't go to the birthday party at the orphanage. Macy didn't really say anything but it was the best thing to do. Vivi and Basti were really disappointed because they wanted me to see their outfits so, we have managed to arrange a video call. Of course, with mom, dad and Oliver hovering my back.
Mom couldn't stop herself so she had to say happy birthday during the video call. I had to send Macy a text to apologize.
I couldn't blame mom. Vivi and Basti are adorable!
Oliver's POV
I was disappointed that I couldn't attend my kids' birthday party. But I have to settle with what Macy has decided.
It has been almost a week. I've been nagging Loise every single day to ask Macy if she could babysit the kids. But as usual I had no luck.
I'm grateful that Macy actually invited us to an intimate birthday party for the kids. Mom and dad were also excited, they even bought a lot of gifts. I don't know how are they going to fit it on the car.
Macy's POV
Vivi and Basti's birthday party at the orphanage was a success.
We have finally introduced them to the world.
I have also already talked to my dad about his press conference. I was upset at first but it was bound to happen. Dad had to do something before the issue gets out of hand.
Now unto my next problem.
Oliver.
I don't know why but I agreed for them to attend the intimate birthday party of my kids that I had organised for our family and friends.
I don't want to see Oliver to be honest. I especially don't want to talk him. There'a nothing to talk about. But at the same time, I don't want Vivi and Basti to be deprived of knowing their father. I honestly don't know what to do!!! I can't not attend to my children's birthday party either!
The party starts at 3PM and it is happening in our back yard. I'm glad that Loise and Adrian were present. They even came earlier to help make sure everything is ready.
Vivi and Basti were also excited. I even heard them ask if gramma El and grumpy Marc were coming.
Yes Vivi and Basti calls Oliver's parents gramma and grumpy while they call mine momma and poppy.
At quarter past 3, our families and friends started to arrive. I was exhausted standing at the door way welcoming them. Of course Vivi and Basti were very excited to receive their birthday gifts.
The decorations were simple. An arched pastel coloured balloons with Vivi and Basti's name in the middle. I also hired a magician, a mascot and a blow up castle.
I had hired an icecream and cotton candy truck and a face painter artist.
I was busy talking to some of dad's family when Loise approached me and said "you're other family is here." As if she wasn't a member of "the other family".
I haven't slept last night thinking about this scenario in my head. And it's finally happening for real.
I grabbed Adrian who was carrying Basti. He looked very confused but he followed my lead anyway.
We walked holding hands while he was carrying Basti.
"Thanks for inviting us." Oliver's dad talked first. Then Basti started to reach out for him.
"Grumpyyy"
Then Marcus carried Basti and gave him a gift.
"Thanks for coming." Was all I could say. Oliver was there but I didn't look at him.
Then Loise walked towards us to meet her family as well. She kissed her mom, dad and Oliver then led them to their table.
Adrian still confused.
"Did you just used me as your human shield?" He whispered.
"Don't worry, I won't tell Oliver your gender identity." Loise whispered.
"Shut up you two." I snapped.
When Oliver and his parents were seated, Adrian thrown daggers at me.
"You're in trouble, young lady... you better tell me every juicy details." Adrian jokingly threatened me.
Feeling Oliver's presence is very stressful for me. It felt like I was drowning in a lot of emotions. So, I kept my distance from him. I was always holding unto Adrian's arm whenever Oliver tries to come near me.
At around 8 o'clock Vivi and Basti said goodnight to everyone. I took them to their room. Loise helped me changed them and tuck them into bed.
"You can't hide from Oliver forever, Mace. But I want you to know that I'm on your team whatever decision you make." Loise broke the silence.
We both kissed Vivi and Basti goodnight and we turned the lights off. Loise went out first. I stayed for a bit to make sure my babies were already asleep.
I tiptoed and closed the door queitly. Then I saw Oliver at the hall way leaning on the wall.