“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 so much better

accountant at a 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 came home from work.

or you’ll gain weight!”

Emmeline once witnessed her sister devouring food at lightning speed, making them disappear in a matter of seconds. It was

than her younger sister, with fair, plump, and

along. At twenty-three years old, it

friendly-faced, of average height, and a

Henrick?” Hannah asked her sister while they were picking vegetables in the

naturally cheerful, kind-hearted types. He seems like a good man,” Emaneline replied. with a

said, her face filled with joy.

I believe I’m good at reading people. Kimberly’s voice came

act like an old lady,” Hannah said. “There are ladies in their

can’t engage in

and their children are grown up. They’re just enjoying life by dating. older boyfriends. Isn’t

mom then grabbed a celery stalk and playfully swatted

“Since I arrived, you’ve been wearing

I don’t have to worry about you now, but

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