Jane, who had gotten out of the car behind them, immediately exposed her niece.

“Risa, didn't you once say your favorite person was me? Whoever you're with seems to be your favorite person.”

Iris laughed and joined in. “Exactly. You've said I was your favorite aunt, too.”

Risa grinned playfully. “Yes, yes, yes. I love everyone equally. I like all of you.”

Letting go of Chloe, she moved to link arms with Callia and led her into the house.

As they walked, she said, “Callia, Sawyer and Koben a