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.

not be deemed appropriate for the role. Therefore, entrusting Jasmine with the introductions appeared to be

can do. After all, we're family, right? It's my first time caring for a child, so I might make some mistakes, but I'll do my best to guide Asher. I won't let anyone down," Jasmine assured before bringing Asher around to meet the

she observed from the sidelines. She felt that these

approached Raymond and expressed her concern. "Dad, Asher has been 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 for introducing him?" S~ᴇaʀᴄh

to be adjusting well. I don't see any

only grew. How could she

worried about Jasmine's sudden and extreme change in behavior. We need to proceed with caution. What if there's something dangerous she's hiding? How should we address that?" Luna's mounting unease was evident. She couldn't shake the feeling that Jasmine's transformation presented

Raymond's expression hardened as

thoughts. Jasmine's understanding of the

and I know her well. And as for you, don't assume that Asher's official status as my grandson entitles you to inherit anything from the Shelbert

a cent from me. Everything I have is for Asher. Don't even entertain the notion

a pang of foolishness sweep

along. Yet he chose to remain

when

a dramatic turnaround in her life from that moment on, believing it was her opportunity