The Quadruplets Are Mine?

Emmeline’s apprehensive question broke the silence. “Why did you summon me back so urgently? What’s going on?”

Hannah responded firmly. It’s only proper to reciprocate. Mom expects us to visit the Zeller family tomorrow as a token of gratitude.

“A visit?” Emmeline inquired, her voice trembling. “Is there… is there nothing else?”

“At this juncture, no,” Hannah reassured.

A sigh of relief escaped Emmeline.

Hannah’s tone changed as she continued, “However, in a few days, both families will meet to discuss your marriage with Albus.”

Emmeline’s mind raced, and she stumbled slightly, clutching her dog Seal as she headed to her bedroom. She pondered whether to continue hiding or confront the impending decision.

The following day, Emmeline woke up early. Her primary goal was to compensate Jorge with the remaining three hundred for her inadvertent collision with him the previous day. Following this, she intended to return home, purchase gifts, pick up her sister, and then proceed to Albus‘ house.

After withdrawing the cash from the bank, she used the address on the prescription note to locate Hank’s residence. Parking her car by the roadside, she stood before the gate, approached the gray wooden door, and knocked.

A voice from within inquired, “Who is it?”

It was Hank’s voice from the day before.

car, Emmeline replied. “I’ve come to send you the remaining

voice resonated from inside. “Mom, she’s here! You said

gate opened, and Michelle walked out with Jorge.

her remorse for the previous day’s incident. “I’m

not necessary; it’s not a

it’s the right thing to do.” She placed the money on a large potted plant. “Now everything is settled. I’ll take my leave.”

bought four gifts at the mall entrance before returning

moment, Hannah had

‘Hurry up;

that he’d finish work by ten and come pick

you would dare

noticed a significant improvement in her mental state. She wondered if agreeing with

a newfound sense of relaxation and confidence. He could envision a promising future

nothing, her demeanor composed.

three of them descended the stairs. Kimberly repeatedly emphasized to Emmeline the

heavy heart, Emmeline simply nodded

Albus in the passenger seat and Hannah in the back. They followed his directions, leading them

earlier. She furrowed her brow as she gazed at him and his home, seeking

opened the wooden door and welcomed her.

hesitated, contemplating her decision. Should