Married at First Sight novel (Serenity and Zachary York)

Married At First Sight Chapter 4035 Chapter 4035

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.

That must mean

sighed dramatically. "Alright, alright. I'll change, okay? I was just trying to save time, that's all. But Sister, you're so good at bargaining-you always

his attempt at humor. For a moment, Alonzo straightened up and looked serious. But then he stuck out his

and Alonzo thought that siding with him was a clever

I have thick thighs to cling to, huh? Let me tell you something: I'm on your sister's side. If you're banking on me pleading for you, it'd be better to just fix those bad habits now." Alonzo peeked out from

you off this time, but if you pull another stunt like that, even Tatum

at

follow her orders. You're lucky you even get to eat the food I make, and that's

Tatum, you're afraid

chatting here, don't come crying to

words left her mouth, Alonzo turned and bolted toward the

her head. "That kid is getting

are like that. They love to play, but Alonzo and Angelo are both good boys. They know where the line is. Sure, they make mistakes sometimes, but so do we. No one's

love and privileges, they remained down-to-earth and well-behaved. They reminded him a lot of Rowan when he was younger. Tatum smiled at the thought. Rowan, the youngest of the York siblings, had always been a handful. With eight accomplished older brothers above him, Rowan had been both spoiled and disciplined in equal measure. Growing up under their watchful eyes, he'd been mischievous