Meet My Brothers by Red Thirteen

At that moment, Luna was engulfed by a sense of impending crisis.

Struggling to muster a smile, she turned to Raymond and began, "But Dad-"

"Enough talk. Let's focus on celebrating Asher's birthday for now. Jazzy, why don't you cut the cake and serve it to everyone?" Raymond interjected. Nonetheless, Luna couldn't shake off her unease. "Dad, Asher hardly knows her."

"They'll get to know each other in time. After all, they're family now," Raymond replied, attempting to reassure Luna.

Jasmine's smile widened. "Absolutely, Dad, I've got everything under control. I'll introduce Asher to everyone shortly.

"With so many other children here, it'll be fantastic for Asher to make new friends. It'll help him develop his social skills in the long run."

"That sounds ideal. If you can handle that, I'll be very pleased," Raymond remarked, his tone radiating approval.

Given Raymond's position, assigning him to such tasks might seem beneath him.

for the role. Therefore, entrusting Jasmine with

the least I can do. After all, we're family, right? It's my first time caring for a child, so I might make some mistakes, but I'll do my best to guide Asher. I won't let anyone down," Jasmine assured before bringing Asher

she observed from the sidelines.

Raymond and expressed her concern. "Dad, Asher has been under my care since he was young. With all these unfamiliar faces here today, isn't it a bit overwhelming for Jazzy to be responsible

assuring her, "Don't worry, Asher seems to be adjusting well. I don't see any reason for concern. Your worries might

reassurance, Luna's frustration only grew. How could she stand by as Jasmine seemingly replaced

about Jasmine's sudden and extreme change in behavior. We need to proceed with caution. What if there's something dangerous she's hiding? How should we address that?"

Raymond's expression hardened as

moment that I'm oblivious to your thoughts. Jasmine's understanding of the situation is

I know her well. And as for you, don't assume that Asher's official status as my grandson entitles you to inherit anything from the Shelbert

a cent from me. Everything I have is

Luna felt a pang of

had seen through her intentions all along. Yet he chose to remain silent, maintaining the facade of a caring father