Jay pov
After we came home next morning:
(Jay sitting on the couch, scrolling through Section E's group chat. Keifer is beside her, pretending to read but clearly watching the chat too.)
Félix: "I still can't believe Rory tried to eat my last slice of cake yesterday. Absolute betrayal."
Rory: "Betrayal? I thought it was a free-for-all! You snooze, you lose."
Erdix: "You two are ridiculous. Fighting over cake like toddlers."
Calix: "Speaking of toddlers… that was funny, Rory. Classic 'snatch and run.'"
Rory: "I regret nothing. You'd do the same."
Me (thinking): Hahaha… they're roasting each other already. Section E never changes.
Félix: "Anyway, back to serious business. Who's actually helping baby Gracel pick toys?"
Rory: "Not me. I don't want to get yelled at by her parents… or Jay if she joins the invasion."
Me (thinking): Ohhh, here comes the first hint. They're already scared of me… I love it.
Erdix: "We all know she's the real boss here. Anyone disagree?"
Calix: "Absolutely. Jay gets the crown before we even enter the room."
(Everyone bursts out laughing, typing emojis flying everywhere.)
Félix: "Fine, fine… but seriously, who's bringing gifts? We need a plan. And no one better forget baby Gracel's cake."
Rory: "I'm on decorations. Calix, you do snacks. Erdy, pictures. Félix, supervise me eating the snacks."
Félix: "No way, I'm supervising. You're not stealing all the mini cupcakes."
(Everyone in the chat is laughing hysterically at their own planning.)
Me (thinking): Ohhh… this is pure comedy. They're tearing each other apart before even touching the baby. I love Section E.
Erdix: "Okay, okay, let's get serious. Jay and Keifer—how are we supposed to handle them?"
Me (typing, teasingly): "Handle us? Hahaha… you'll see. We're full of chaos and gifts."
I think: Ohhh, the looks on their faces when they see me controlling the chaos… priceless.
Félix: "I mean… Keifer too. He's scary when he's serious."
Rory: "Scary? Nah… he's just… extra. Extra protective."
Calix: "Extra protective, definitely. Jay, are you ready for the wrath of Watson Enterprises?"
Me (thinking): Wrath? Oh honey, I'm the one bringing wrath disguised as cute chaos.
(After a while, the jokes among themselves settle… until they suddenly shift.)
Erdix: "Okay… enough teasing each other. Now, Jay and Keifer… what's going on with you two? Are you holding hands again? Smiling too much?"
Félix: "Yeah! And laughing too much! I demand updates on every single eye-roll and blush."
Rory: "Seriously, we need evidence. Pictures, videos, anything."
Calix: "You guys are too perfect. Too annoying. We demand chaos."
Me (typing, slyly): "Oh, don't worry. You'll get chaos. We'll make it worth your teasing."
I think: Haha… let them beg for it. Section E doesn't know what's coming.
Félix: "And Keifer… do NOT smirk at her too much. We will notice."
Keifer (grumbling beside me): "I can't help it…"
Me (thinking, mischievous): Yes… let him admit it. I love my tiny jealous smirk machine.
Erdix: "So basically, we're all on baby Gracel and Jay-Keifer watch now. Good. That's important business."
Me (typing, dramatic): "Noted. Prepare yourselves. Section E, the chaos team is coming."
I think: And yes… they're going to eat every moment of it. Comedy gold incoming.
(I'm in the living room scrolling through Section E chat when Keifer leans over, smirking.)
Keifer: "So… are we ready to be mobbed by Section E?"
I think: Mobbed? Oh honey… they're going to get roasted by me before they even see baby Gracel.
Me: "Mobbed? Please… I plan to be the chaos queen. You're just my handsome sidekick."
I think: Yes, look at him trying to act all cool… that tiny smirk is everything.
Percy: "Jay, are you bringing your charm? We'll need it to survive Section E's nonsense."
Me (laughing): "Charm? Honey, charm is my middle name. Watch and learn."
I think: And yes… I'm totally letting them squirm a little before the real fun begins.
Aries (typing furiously in chat): "Okay, plan: we all meet baby Gracel first. Then, shopping. Clear?"
Félix: "Yes, mission accepted. But Keifer, you drive, right? Your cars are… intimidating."
Keifer: "Of course. None of your rickety rides today. Only the best for my passengers."
I think: My husband, always flexing. I love it.
Me: "Oh yes… I will be chauffeured in style. Section E, take notes."
I think: And yes… a little extra flair never hurt anyone.
Rory: "Don't forget gifts for baby Gracel. We're not letting Jay and Keifer steal the spotlight entirely."
Me: "Gifts? Already packed. Section E, don't be jealous when Gracel adores me first."
I think: Okay, maybe not me… but definitely my choice of gifts. Total chaos guaranteed.
Erdix: "Alright, everyone ready? Cars are waiting. Keifer, drive carefully, please."
Keifer: "Of course. I'm the professional here. Safety first… style second."
I think: Style? Always. He knows me too well.
Me (thinking as we all pile into Keifer's cars): This is going to be hilarious… Section E in one car, me and Keifer in another. Chaos, shopping, baby adoration… I can't wait.
Percy (nudging Aries as we drive off): "She's already plotting something, I can feel it."
Aries: "She always is. That's what makes her… Jay."
Me (thinking, smug): Yes, you guys… you're all correct. Chaos, sass, and cuteness, all in one. Buckle up, Section E.
(As we drove off, Keifer hands me the sunglasses from the dash.)
Keifer: "For protection. You know… from all the baby love and chaos."
Me (smiling, putting them on): "Perfect. Now I can watch Section E squirm in style."
I think: Oh yes… today is going to be legendary. Baby Gracel won't know what hit her… and neither will Section E.
(The cars sped off toward Grace, Denzel, and baby Gracel's place, Section E buzzing with jokes, Percy and Aries arguing about who gets to hold the baby first, and me… just enjoying my front-row seat to the chaos.)