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The day Orion, Aurora, and Luna had been waiting for had finally arrived. The house was a cocoon of warmth and intimacy, a far cry from the world that whirred beyond its walls.

Orion ran his fingers through his hair as he looked in the mirror. "Damn," he muttered. "Don't screw this up. They're your sisters; you've waited a lifetime for this."

In the living room, Aurora and Luna sat close, their fingers entangled. They exchanged a look of nervous excitement. Aurora broke the silence first, "I can't believe this day is here. Feels like a dream."

Luna's eyes met hers, "I know, a dream we've all had, but today it's real. We're really doing this with Orion, our brother."

A soft knock on the door signaled Orion's entry. "May I come in?" His voice tinged with both eagerness and respect for the sanctity of the moment.

Aurora looked at Luna, who nodded. "Come in, Orion."

He walked in, his eyes meeting theirs, lingering just a moment longer than usual. The weight of the day's significance settled in those gazes.

The first thing Orion noticed as he entered the room were their clothes. Aurora wore a delicate dress that shimmered like the break of dawn, an almost ethereal blend of soft pinks and oranges that seemed woven from the very light of morning. The fabric clung gracefully to her form, accentuating her beauty. Beside her, Luna was adorned in a dress that echoed the silvery hues of the moon, an ensemble so finely made it seemed as though it had been spun from moonlight itself. Their makeup was subtle yet radiant, illuminating their already striking features.

"Wow," Orion breathed, a smile tugging at his lips. "You both look... stunning."

Aurora and Luna exchanged shy glances before looking back at him, their eyes filled with an unspoken emotion that felt like the entire universe was suspended in that single, fleeting moment.

"You don't look too bad yourself," Luna said, her voice barely above a whisper, eyes darting from Orion's well-fitted charcoal suit to his entrancing gaze.

Orion grinned, the tension easing a fraction. "I try my best."

"Shall we?" Aurora gestured toward the door, her hand still entangled with Luna's.

Orion led the way, the women's hands slipping into his as they left the warm cocoon of their home. The car ride was short but filled with an electricity that was palpable. Orion's grip tightened around the steering wheel, reminding himself not to screw up, not today.

As the car meandered through the winding mountain roads, Luna broke the silence. "Where are you taking us?"

"A place," Orion said, smiling enigmatically, "that I think you'll both love. A mountain retreat, far away from everything, so we can focus entirely on... us."

After what felt like an eternity and yet no time at all, they arrived. Nestled among towering trees and set against a backdrop of soaring mountains was a quaint yet luxurious cabin.

Orion stepped out, rushing to open their doors. "After you," he said, grandly gesturing towards the entrance.

They stepped into the cabin, and Orion couldn't help but feel his heart swell with emotion. The inside was just as spectacular—stone fireplace, wooden beams, plush furnishings—all set up for comfort and intimacy. He led them into the living room, where a roaring fire awaited.

"I wanted this day to be special," he started, his voice tinged with emotion. "Not just because of what it means for us, but because I wanted to show you both how much you mean to me. How important you are in my life."

Aurora's eyes welled with tears, and she hugged Orion tightly, Luna joining the embrace a moment later.

"Orion," Luna whispered, "this is perfect. You're perfect."

He looked at them, his Jips, the people he had grown up with, known forever, and now, was about to embark on a new chapter with.

"I love you both, and I can't wait to spend a lifetime proving it."

Orion led Aurora and Luna onto the porch, where the mountain vista stretched infinitely in all directions. Towering peaks were silhouetted against the sky, tinged with the first light of dawn. The air was chilly, and he switched on a portable heater before sitting down. "It's a bit cold, but the view is worth it," he said.

The twins nodded in agreement, each taking a seat beside him, snuggled under shared blankets that made them feel like one entity. Orion found himself perfectly situated between them, the heater's warmth mingling with the natural heat of their closeness.

"So, what do you think of my chosen sanctuary?" Orion asked, trying to sound casual but unable to keep the eagerness out of his voice.

"It's breathtaking, Orion. Really," Aurora replied, her voice tinged with genuine awe.

"And the cabin—it's beautiful," Luna added. "You really outdid yourself."

Orion grinned, pleased. "Anything for you two."

Orion glanced at Aurora and Luna, his gaze drifting between their entranced faces and the mountainous expanse before them. "So, how about a little game to make this cozy morning even more memorable?" He looked at them expectantly, his eyes twinkling like stars.

Aurora's eyes lit up instantly. "Ooh, I love games! What did you have in mind?"

Luna looked a bit more reserved but intrigued. "Yes, do tell."

Orion grinned, setting the stage. "It's simple. We ask each other questions about our favorite things. You guess for me; I guess for you. And if we get it right—well, let's just say we should reward each other, don't you think?"

Aurora giggled, already excited, while Luna's eyes reflected a playfulness that she seldom showed but Orion knew was there. "Alright, sounds like fun," Luna finally said.

"Great. I'll go first. What's my favorite color?" Orion looked at both of them, his hands casually resting on his lap.

Aurora's eyes sparkled with confidence. "Easy. Midnight blue."

He laughed softly, leaning over to kiss her cheek. "You know me too well."

Luna chimed in, "Well, don't forget I share the DNA that gets this right." She winked at him, an action so subtly flirtatious it made Orion's heart leap.

Aurora took her turn. "Okay, what's my all-time favorite adventure we've been on?"

Orion looked deep into her eyes, remembering their shared past filled with thrills and escapades. "The time we all went cliff diving last summer."

Aurora's face broke into a radiant smile, and she leaned in to plant a soft kiss on his lips. "You really do remember."

"Alright, my turn," Luna interjected, wearing an enigmatic smile. "What's the one book I've read more times than any other?"

Orion considered for a moment. Despite Luna's quieter demeanor, her favorites were never a secret to him. "'To Kill a Mockingbird'."

Luna looked genuinely impressed, her eyes shining with a mixture of surprise and admiration. "You got it." She leaned closer and planted a gentle kiss on his cheek, her lips lingering just a moment longer than they had to.

Orion grinned, reveling in the closeness he felt to these two incredible women, his sisters. He took a moment to appreciate the magic of the day, how the culmination of so many years had led to this intimate and meaningful morning.

Orion locked eyes with them both. "What's my favorite memory of us as kids?"

Aurora and Luna exchanged a glance, as if transmitting thoughts telepathically. "The summer night we all slept on the trampoline, staring at the stars," Luna said softly, her voice a whisper yet filled with certitude.

Orion's eyes softened, and a nostalgic smile tugged at the corners of his mouth. He leaned in to kiss each of them, his lips meeting theirs in a sequence that felt like an unspoken pact, a sacred moment sealing their intertwined destinies.

"As long as we're together, every moment is my new favorite," Orion whispered, capturing the essence of the morning—of their entire lives—into a single, heartfelt sentence.

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