“That’s different. I’m concerned about your well-being, alright?” Abel sighed softly. “You don’t know how afraid I am for your safety. I’d rather risk my life!”

“How about I start writing dream journals and send them to you every day?” Emmeline teased him.

“That works too,” Abel chuckled.

“Forget it!” She changed the subject. “How are you feeling? Is your rib still hurting?”

He laughed. “It’s not as painful anymore. I think it’s healing. Don’t worry. Your big brother is as tough as a bull.”

“You’re something else, but you still need to take it easy Emmeline said, feeling relieved.

“Yeah, I will. And you, be good and don’t run around.”

“But, Abel.” Emmeline hesitated. “Mom’s mental state isn’t great, and I’m worried.”

“Depression can be tough,” Abel comforted her. “I’ll inquire about esoteric medicine. We can try giving Mom herbal remedies.”

“Okay, when are you coming home?”

“Whenever, I guess.”

“Alright!”

up the phone, Emmeline couldn’t help but feel grateful. Having an older brother, even if not biologically related, was

chemical company in Ravenshell. She didn’t spend much time at home, so she was only aware of their mother’s condition but hadn’t truly experienced it, let alone shared the concerns with

Hannah was home when Emmeline

gain

spicy, or salty, she could handle it all. Emmeline once witnessed her sister devouring

younger sister, with fair, plump, and radiant skin. Her jet-black hair was

twenty-three years old, it was her first time

and a good match for Hannah. His name was

do you think of Henrick?” Hannah asked her sister while they were picking vegetables in

He seems like a good

said he seemed decent,” Hannah said,

there. I believe I’m good at reading

you’re only fifty. Don’t act like an old lady,” Hannah said. “There are ladies in their fifties at

engage in such frivolous

grown up. They’re just enjoying life by dating. older boyfriends. Isn’t that

stalk and playfully swatted Hannah on the buttocks.

didn’t give in. “Since I arrived, you’ve been wearing a serious face. I thought you were unhappy to see me.”

now, but when will Emma put me at ease?”

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