The Quadruplets Are Mine?

“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!”

Emmeline couldn’t help but feel grateful. Having an older brother, even if not biologically related, was so much better than having a

worked as an 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

was home when Emmeline came home

you’ll gain weight!” Emmeline

could handle it all. Emmeline once witnessed her sister devouring food at lightning speed, making them disappear in a matter

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

old,

young man was spirited, friendly-faced, of average height, and

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

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

said he seemed decent,” Hannah said, her face filled

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

an old lady,” Hannah said. “There are ladies in their fifties at our workplace

engage in

passed away, and their children are grown up. They’re just enjoying life by dating. older boyfriends. Isn’t that living life to

mom then grabbed a celery stalk and playfully

more like it!” Hannah still didn’t give in. “Since I arrived, you’ve been wearing a serious face. I thought

worry about you now, but when will Emma put me at