"I love you so much, Mom.. I wish to kiss your cheek right now" Alex said.
"Sure baby come," Candy said.
The two boys came down running towards her. They kissed each side of her cheek and Diego sighed.
"You shouldn't talk or stand while eating," Diego stated.
"We wanted to kiss our mother. Is that a wrong thing to do, father?" Andrew asked.
"I know what you're doing," Diego raised a brow.
"She is our mother," Alex said behind.
"I can take her out on a vacation like I did the last time," Diego said. Warning dripping his tone. He seems to have won again since the boys didn't know what to say.
"Di" Candy called, seeing the boy's sad look.
"They are pretending" Diego knew these two devils more than Candy.. they were practically him.
"Di" Candy called again.
"Fine.. I'm not taking only her. We are all going on a vacation" Diego stated and the boys squealed with joy.
Candy took Andrew to his lap while Diego took Alex and they began to feed them.
Old Mavis smiled. He may have lost many of his own but just the scene alone was enough to warn his heart.
The Gonzalez family now has a new beginning and it's starting from these two little one.
Diego and Candy promised never to ignore their children's well-being and always show them equal love.
He hopes never to see the Gonzalez family have warriors again.
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As years passed by, Old Mavis passed away.. it was news that broke everyone's heart. Diego was now the leader of the Gonzalez family.
Of course, he didn't stop destroying those selfish assholes raising against him. Phoenix and the others helped as usual.. though Phoenix found someone who loved her later on.
Yazmine and Aiden lived in another country.. She gave birth to a daughter.
Jameson married Jackie after she became a boss on her own and more mature.
Those in jail remain there.. life imprisonment.
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The Gonzalez mansion was designed beautifully.. it was Diego's birthday and Candy planned to make it special.. She invited everyone. It was like a reunion.
Diego stepped into the large kitchen and frowned seeing his wife cooking with the other maids.
"Wife?" Even after the years, Diego's protectiveness over Candy never grew old. He would freak out if she got hurt and now.. she is in the kitchen.
Candy saw the look on his face and approached him.
"Just this once Di.."
"No, you said that the last time and that was two days a.."
Candy kissed his lips, shutting him up. It works every time.. she will then back it up with the magic words.
"I love you so much hubby."
Diego looked away letting out a secret smile. His wife just always gets him and he wishes to take her to bed with the way she is staring at him.
"Wife, this is unfair.. I.."
Candy kissed him again. "I'll be fine. It's just cooking.. I'm so good at that, you know that well"
"What am I getting in return?" He smirked, holding her waist. Lust filled his gaze.
"A good ride, Mr. President" She whispered into his ear and Diego smirked. "The guest will be arriving soon. I love you"
Diego turns to leave, adjusting his retro black suit. Stepping into the living room, he found the people he now calls family, talking.. wow, they've grown in numbers.
"Mr. President!" Jameson exclaimed.
Diego shot him a deadly glare. This guy is never going to change.. is he?
"Mr. Devil" Ben waved among the crowd. He is a teenager, very handsome and looks a lot like his father. Einstein was beside him, holding his wife close with a smile.
"Don't piss him off on his birthday" Jackie whispered to Jameson.
"That will only make it exciting honey" Jameson stated, his eyes moved down to Jackie's tummy.. she was expecting. "I love you," he said, kissing her forehead.
"Where are those two little devils?" Yazmine muttered.
"Probably preparing," Aiden said, his beautiful daughter sitting on his lap.
Diego kept a straight face as everyone greeted him.
Soon, two boys wearing suits stepped down from the stairs. They both look handsome enough to steal everyone's heart.
Diego only wanted his wife to come over.. Why is she taking so long?
"Mother will go down soon, don't freak out," Andrew said tapping Diego's shoulder.
"She looks beautiful," Alex said, taking a glass of water to drink. "Here's our gift dad"
The maid bought two boxes and placed them before Diego.
Diego was caught off guard.. he didn't expect this. He opened the box and saw an expensive watch and then a frame of him and Candy holding the two boys. It warmed his heart, he drew the boys close and hugged them.
"Thanks"
Soon Candy came down, looking beautiful. She gifted Diego with a trip with her. Even the little devils accepted. That's what he wanted.. just him and his wife.
Others gifted him with accessories, gadgets, clothes, and so on.
"Thanks all," He said shortly to them.
Andrew's gaze met with Yazmine's daughter, Camille. "How cute" he muttered.
"Found a wife?" Alex asked and Andrew cleared his throat.
"Maybe" Andrew muttered and Alex hit his head lightly. Alex is the oldest twin.
"Don't dare. Mother said education comes first. Getting distracted is not a thing you should welcome" Alex said and they both giggled.
"Father acts like a kid around mother," Andrew said.
"Yeah," Alex muttered.
The place was filled with happiness, as everyone ate while discussing. As usual, Jameson, Einstein and Diego acted like three troublesome men around the table. It was a beautiful scene.
"Your father is going to kill me.. Alex saved me." Jameson said when Diego threatened.
"You shouldn't have upset him" Alex replied casually as he cut the steak.
"Right, it's your fault" Andrew added while drinking out of his glass of water.
"Sigh... I almost forgot you're just his carbon copy. I love you guys anyway" Jameson said.
"Love you too uncle" they both chorused.
"A group photo everyone!" Yazmine exclaimed as they gathered around after eating. Ben and the twins were really close. They are tight.
"Sup little devils" Ben greeted.
"We're cool" They both replied at once.
"Gosh, I've missed you guys. Let's do something fun after all of these" Ben stated and the boys agreed.
Candy stood beside Diego. His arm was around her waist as they smiled at each other. If someone tells Candy her life will be this sweet, it will take her time to believe it.
Even after so many ups and downs.. she finally found happiness with him. His dear husband.
"One, two..."
"Wait!!!!!" A scream caught everyone's attention. Phoenix stormed in breathing hard.
"A..re you guys going to take a picture without me.. that's not fair" She pouted. "Why couldn't you wait"
"Are you going to keep whining or you'll get here?" Einstein asked.
Phoenix rushed towards them. Her finger dazzling with an engagement ring.
One, two, there..
CLICK!
Their smiles and happiness were obvious..
Love can sometimes come in a way one does not expect. The struggle might come in the way..
But..
In the end, it'll win if you let it take the pain in you.
Diego kissed Candy's forehead and whispered.. "don't forget your promise tonight"
"Naughty" Candy chuckled..
Their lips met...
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THE END