Orion took a deep breath, trying to steady his nerves. The living room of the Black family estate was bustling with familiar faces: Arcturus, his father; Vega; Pollux; Abraxas; Lucius; Fleamont; Euphemia; and James Potter, who had all gathered for a family meeting. Lily Potter (née Evans) was also present, her presence adding to the mix of anticipation and curiosity.
"Thank you all for coming," Orion began, his voice a mix of excitement and nervousness. He looked around at the expectant faces, each one reflecting a range of emotions from curiosity to joy.
Arcturus leaned forward, eyes gleaming with interest. Vega's eyes were filled with a hopeful sparkle. Pollux maintained a supportive demeanor. Abraxas stood proudly next to Lucius, who wore a broad smile. Fleamont and Euphemia exchanged warm glances, and James, ever the optimist, gave Orion a nod of encouragement. Lily offered a warm, encouraging smile.
"Well," Orion continued, gathering his composure, "I'm excited to announce that we're expecting a new addition to the family."
The room buzzed with surprise and delight. Vega and Pollux were among the first to step forward, offering heartfelt congratulations. Abraxas and Lucius shared a proud look, clearly thrilled by the news.
Fleamont gave Orion a friendly pat on the back, his grin wide and genuine. Euphemia and Lily embraced him warmly, their faces reflecting genuine happiness. James, unable to hide his enthusiasm, gave Orion an energetic high-five.
"Well, this little one is sure to bring a lot of joy to all of us," James said with a grin.
Orion chuckled, feeling a wave of relief and happiness at the positive reception. "Thank you, everyone. Your support means so much to us. We're all very excited about this new chapter."
As the congratulations continued, the atmosphere was filled with a sense of unity and joy, the family's excitement for the new arrival unmistakable. Orion looked around at the smiling faces, feeling deeply grateful for the love and support surrounding him.