Prelude

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Love permeates every individual, place, object, and concept, intertwining with all aspects of life. It is the most potent force in the universe, encompassing everything in the grand tapestry of existence.

Earth One, where all paths converge toward one ultimate destination: our soulmates. The love shared between soulmates knows no bounds, transcending factors such as age, sexuality, race, and religion. Each Earth One inhabitant remains incomplete until they discover their soulmate, with profound connections forged between these destined pairs.

However, finding a soulmate is no mere incident; one doesn't simply plunge into the world and hope to stumble upon their perfect match.

Central City, Missouri

March 18th, 2000.

Nora Allen's voice echoed through the halls of her home, beckoning her children. "Barry! Ayana! Hurry, or you'll have to walk to the Museum!" A warm smile graced her lips as she distinguished the scurrying footsteps of two pairs, followed by the sound of two doors closing shut.

"I bet I can beat you down the stairs!" her eleven-year-old son challenged, his voice echoing through the house.

"You're on," her daughter quipped playfully. In a matter of seconds, both children appeared before her eyes. Her son thundered down the steps while her daughter hopped onto the railing and slid down on her stomach, triumphantly surpassing her brother.

"That's cheating!" Barry protested, his voice filled with indignation.

"You never said it was a foot race, Bartholomew," Ayana retorted, a mischievous smirk adorning her face. Barry's eye twitched at the mention of his full name.

"Stop it, you two," Henry Allen intervened, joining his children and playfully tousling their hair.

"Dad!" both exclaimed simultaneously, launching themselves at their father, enveloping him tightly.

"Come on, kiddos. The Central City Museum awaits us," he announced, prompting the ten and eleven-year-olds to sprint out of the house and head towards the blue 1998 Toyota Camry.

"We were truly blessed with amazing kids," Nora remarked, her gaze filled with love as she looked at her children. Henry's arm found its way around her, completing the loving scene.

"We definitely couldn't. Let's make sure we get out there before one of them realizes I left the keys in the ignition," Nora chuckled, and she headed towards the car.

***

"Barry, look!" Ayana squealed, pointing at one of the museum's latest additions.

"Is that..." Barry began, but his sister cut him off.

"It's Harrison Wells' Theory on the Particle Accelerator!" Henry and Nora Allen couldn't help but beam with pride at their children's enthusiasm.

Ayana and Barry dashed towards the exhibits, with their parents walking moderately in the middle. Ayana held their father's hand while Barry grasped their mother's. Throughout the day, Ayana and Barry eagerly approached each exhibit, engaging in spirited discussions about their knowledge of each topic. Henry occasionally chimed in with his insights. Nora, not as well-versed in science or history as her husband and children, allowed them to immerse themselves in the experience. At the same time, she stayed back, relishing the joy of being in the presence of her beloved family.

***

Ayana and Barry playfully wrestled for control of the mirror in their shared bathroom. It wasn't a serious fight but rather a lighthearted game they enjoyed.

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