Tatum placed two plates of breakfast on the dining table, then walked over to Elora, who was still absorbed in the newspaper. "Miss, breakfast is ready," he said politely.

"I'm coming, I'm coming," came Alonzo's voice from the stairs.

Elora glanced up just in time to see him sprinting down the stairs, dragging his small schoolbag behind him. "Alonzo!" she called sharply.

He froze mid-step, immediately straightened up, and slung his schoolbag onto his back. Then, with exaggerated care, he walked down the stairs one step at a time, trying not to draw any further scolding from his sister. It was clear the two little brothers shared similar mischievous streaks.

"Good morning, Sister. Good morning, Brother Tatum," Alonzo greeted respectfully once he reached the dining area.

Elora gave him a stern look. "If I catch you running down the stairs like that again, I'll punish you. No food made by Tatum for an entire week."

Alonzo's eyes widened. "Sister, a week is way too long!" he protested instinctively.

with me? That must mean you don't want to change your ways. Fine, make it a

I was just trying to save time, that's all. But

straightened up and looked

their sisters doted on Tatum, and Alonzo thought that siding with him was a clever move. If he ever got into trouble, maybe Tatum

side. If you're banking on me pleading for you, it'd be better to just fix those bad

arms. "Go eat your breakfast and don't be late for school. I'll let you off this time, but if you pull another stunt like that, even Tatum won't be able

at Tatum

You're lucky you even get

Tatum, you're afraid of

the newspaper aside. "If you keep chatting here, don't come

her mouth, Alonzo turned and bolted toward

shook her head. "That kid is getting naughtier by

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