𝐅𝐀𝐍𝐓𝐀𝐒𝐘 𝐋𝐀𝐍𝐃

19. 𝘀𝗽𝗮𝗿𝗸𝘆 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗮𝘆 𝗱𝗼𝗴

     AUNTIE E CAME TO WANDA AND VISION'S RESCUE. After the twins somehow aged up, and for some reason, it was acceptable for everyone, Eszter offered to take them off their hands for the day. Eszter reasoned with herself that it would be the perfect moment for her to bond with her nephews and get to know each other; besides, Eszter doesn't mind spending some quality time with the twins. They reminded her so much of her eldest siblings that it was almost comforting.

     Wanda was a little hesitant with guilt; although she appreciated Eszter's gesture, she didn't feel right putting her children under her sister's responsibility. Even if it allowed her children to spend time with their aunt, Wanda couldn't help but feel bad. It was as if Wanda was passing the responsibility to Eszter moments after they aged up, making her feel like a bad mom and sister; however, Eszter was keen on doing so. After much convincing--Eszter made it known that Wanda would have to take care of the boys with no rest continually--Wanda caved in.

     Eszter wasn't the only one going to be hanging out with the boys today; Wesley joined Eszter, considering they were somewhat friends, and he was bored and thought it would be amusing to watch Eszter wrangle the two 5-year-olds. So, Wesley went with Eszter to the park, helping the witch as they held Tommy and Billy's hands, preventing them from running off with the energy in their young bodies.

     "Tommy, don't let go of my hand, please," said Eszter, reaching forward and reconnecting her hands with her first-born nephew, clutching his tiny hand securely. "I know you wanna run around, but we're not at the park yet."

     "But Auntie E! This is boring," exclaimed Tommy, pouting. "I wanna play."

     Right off the bat, Eszter already knew Tommy would be the troublemaker out of the two of them. The witch couldn't help but smile as she envisioned her brother as Tommy; it was heartwarming. Eszter forced the boys to hold their hands while walking to the park, not wanting to lose them or put them in danger. However, Tommy wasn't too pleased to be forced to walk by Eszter's side; he wanted to grab his brother and goof around.

     "I told you we will once we reach the park," said Eszter, gently swinging their arms between them, making Tommy giggle. "You remember what your mommy said?"

     "No," answered Tommy, already acting zany.

     Eszter grins, giving the little boy a comical look. "Yes, you do," she earns a fit of giggles. "You have to listen to us if you really wanna go to the park. That means no kicking or screaming or crying." Eszter glances over her shoulder, finding Billy sitting on Wesley's shoulders. "You too, Billy."

     "Yes, ma'am!" saluted Billy.

     Billy was the opposite of his twin, similar to Wanda; Billy tended to stick to the rules, play right, and do as he was told. He was a good child. He usually got a little more anxious whenever he followed Tommy's plans, worried that Wanda and Vision would be upset, but often went along with his schemes. Eszter knew she could count on Billy to take care of Tommy if it came to it.

     Tommy kicked a rock. "Are we almost there yet?"

     "Almost," answered Eszter. Tommy started tugging on Eszter's hand, hurrying their speed, but the witch didn't oblige. "Excuse you, mister."

     "Hurry! If we walk faster, we'll get there quicker."

     "We'll get there regardless of how fast we walk, Tomster," assured Eszter, using Tommy's new nickname. She gently pulled Tommy back when he was practically running in place, trying to make Eszter walk faster. The witch glanced back at Wesley. "Wanna switch?"

     Wesley let out a loud cackle. "I think Billy and I are enjoying our time together too much," he moves his shoulders as he plays with the boy's feet. "Isn't that right, Billy?"