The Sway and Slide of Love by Jean Song

Chapter 181 "I'm sorry, Lisette. We couldn't make it as grand as we hoped, and the party had so many hiccups. After the party wrapped up, Ulysses and the others apologized to Lisette.

They knew Lisette's birthday bash was nothing compared to the extravagant affair Calliope had enjoyed. They had truly wanted to give her something even more special.

"Don't worry about it. It's not your fault!" Lisette replied gently. "I'm really happy with how it turned out. Thank you all. I know you guys love me the most."

"You little goof, of course we love you," Ulysses said, ruffling her hair. "You'll always be our only sister. Don't worry. Your brothers are always here for you. While this birthday party might not have been perfect, next year will be amazing without any distractions!"

"But, isn't it unfair to Callie?" Lisette lowered her gaze. "She's your real sister, and I'm just someone who came into your lives. Shouldn't it be me who leaves?"

"Not at all, Lisette. You're our real sister!" Ulysses assured her.

"Yeah, don't think like that! You mean more to us than you realize," Valerian added.

what others say. You're the sister we'll protect for life," chimed Horatio, looking

in my life

lucky to have you!" they replied, their

who had brought a change of clothes for her. After a quick change, they invited Uriah and some friends to

snack.

settled by the river with spicy buffalo wings, cheesy nachos, and

Calliope felt a heaviness in her heart, but the aroma of the wings quickly lifted her spirits. "We should celebrate, Callie," Portia said, pouring drinks. "Cheers to you finally breaking

riddance to

with a

deal with their nonsense anymore. You'll

us," Mavis added. "And your brothers. You're

think it is a positive step," Uriah agreed. "It must've taken so much courage, but