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.

deemed appropriate for the role. Therefore,

so I might make some mistakes, but I'll do my best to guide Asher. I won't let anyone down," Jasmine assured

pang of jealousy as she observed from the sidelines. She felt that these tasks should have been hers,

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

adjusting well. I don't see any reason for concern. Your

could

caution. What if there's something dangerous she's hiding? How should we address that?" Luna's mounting unease was evident. She couldn't

Raymond's expression hardened as

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

that Asher's official status as my grandson entitles you to inherit anything from the

have is

that instant, Luna felt a pang of foolishness sweep through

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

day when Asher was officially adopted into the Shelbert

her life from that moment on, believing it was her opportunity for