Chapter 1105

As the New Year's Day bell rang, signaling the start of another year, Oliver looked down at the newest addition to their family. It was Cliff's first year in the world. He prayed that Cliff would grow up safe and healthy. At the stroke of midnight, Cliff let out a tiny yawn, his soft lips parting as he snuggled into Oliver's arms and drifted off to sleep. Oliver pulled an envelope from his pocket, carefully tucking it into his son's clothes. This was his first act as a father during the new year, marking the beginning of a new chapter in his life. The next morning, Cliff was startled awake by the loud crackling of sparkles outside. Peter had insisted on setting them off at the crack of dawn, filling the yard with celebratory noise. The sudden sound jolted Cliff awake, his small face scrunching up before a loud wail echoed through the house. Despite Grace's attempts to shield Cliff from the noise, the sound still reached his ears. Hearing the sparkles, Oliver rushed back inside. He