Julian's POV
I woke up to the sound of excited chatter and plates clanging against each other after enduring days of misery. I stood up with the intention of heading downstairs to find out what was going on. When I opened my door, I was surprised to see Alexander and Philip also heading out of their rooms. Judging by their expressions, they had been woken up by the noise too. We walked downstairs together, and my eyes widened in surprise when I saw my mother, father, and Hailey.
Father was sitting in front of a steaming cup of hot coffee, reading a newspaper, while Mother and Hailey were setting the table and chatting non-stop. Was I the only one who didn't understand the reason for this gathering and excitement? I turned toward my brothers, and they had the same confused look as I did.
