Hitched & Hitched Again: A Comedy of Marital Mayhem

Chapter 96

“I can’t accept this.”

“Think of it as a loan, sweetheart,” Blossom insisted, her voice warm and soothing like a cup of chamomile tea. “When you’re back on your feet, you can pay me back. Also, cancel that Airbnb you’re staying at and come live with me. I’ve got a three–bedroom house with two rooms gathering dust. This way, I get to see my godsons every day, and I won’t be so lonely. It’s a win–win.”

Elysia’s heart swelled with emotion. She nodded, her words failing to capture the depth of her gratitude. “Thanks, Blossom,” she murmured, feeling a weight lift off her shoulders.

“Mommy, Godmother, come play with us!” Evan called out to them, his voice echoing in the excitement of the arcade.

The two women exchanged a knowing smile and followed the sound of his laughter.

Elysia’s spirits were buoyed by her best friend’s generosity. Her biggest worry had been the kids‘ schooling, and now, with Blossom’s help, that concern was alleviated.

“Ah-”

A sudden shriek pierced the air.

Emmett had been pushed off a kiddie motorcycle by another little boy and landed with a thud on the carpeted floor. The usurper had already mounted the bike Emmett was riding, his hands gripping the handlebars, a triumphant ‘vroom vroom‘ escaping his lips, oblivious to the injustice he’d just committed.

over and gave the boy a shove, sending

Who do you think you are, picking on my brother?” Evan’s voice was fierce, his protective

little boy burst into tears as he cried out, “Mommy, mommy, he pushed me!”

my

bum, it hurts,” he wailed, rubbing his backside.

a knife, “You little brat, how dare you

ground. “You’re the brat, and

ready

mid–air.

no–50

shielding Evan behind her, Elysia glared at the furious mother.

you think

his guardian, you should teach him some manners. This is a public place, the rides are for everyone. What gives your

Emmett was playing peacefully. until your son pushed him off. Who’s

woman’s face turned scarlet with anger. “Do you know who