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

is the least I 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

sidelines. She felt that these tasks should have been hers, but Jasmine's sudden involvement

young. With all these unfamiliar faces here today, isn't it a bit overwhelming for Jazzy to be

worry, Asher seems to be adjusting well. I don't see any

How could she stand

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

Raymond's expression hardened as

oblivious to your thoughts. Jasmine's understanding of the situation is a reflection of

I know her well. And as for you, don't assume that Asher's official status as my

have is for Asher. Don't even

a

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

pretense persisted until today, the very day when Asher was officially

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