My Repentant Brothers by Grace Edith

Chapter 233

Madeline came down from the mountain, feeling like she had just survived a tough adventure.

Caleb noticed her weary state and frowned, "Maddie, what happened to you? Weren't you just hiking?"

im fine, Caleb, Madeline mumbled as she collapsed onto the soft couch, clutching a plush pillow. "It's so much comfier at home," she sighed. "After sitting on that bus forever. I'm all stiff"

Caleb couldn't help but smile at her complaint. After a while, when he didn't hear any more noise from her, he checked and saw Madeline had fallen asleep.

Hazel came over with a blanket, but Caleb lifted his hand to stop her. "No need, I'll take her upstairs."

Madeline was curled up on the couch, hugging the pillow, sleeping soundly and looking utterly relaxed Caleb touched her cold feet and shook his head in resignation

Feeling warmed by his presence, Madeline snuggled closer to Caleb. He bent down, wrapped an arm around her waist, and effortlessly carried her upstairs with steady steps.

Madeline's lips moved slightly as she caught the familiar, calming scent of his cologne-a reassuring fragrance that helped her sleep peacefully. Caleb glanced down at her, smiling gently. She looked sa restful, cheeks flushed from fatigue. Once in her room, Caleb gently laid her down. Her clothes were a bit messy. He swallowed to push away any rising emotions and pulled the covers over her.

Feeling the cozy warmth of the blankets, Madeline settled down snugly, no longer reaching out for Caleb or moving closer to him.

Caleb gently brushed Madeline's hair. "Get some rest, Maddie His hand instinctively moved to her cheek, soft and fair, making it hard to resist.

He chuckled softly. "Little girl. You need to grow up quickly Caleb's usually stern eyes softened, his gaze lingering on her face like a protective presence.

was just in time for dinner. She pulled at the soft blanket. "Did

arms and legs, Madeline yawned and noticed how hungry she was, Meals on the mountain retreat were

hiking again; it's just too exhausting" While rubbing her arms, Madeline suddenly frowned, realizing her bracelet was

She quickly go

up, searching everywhere but found no sign of her rosary beads. Although not valuable, they were

brought it back," Madeline murmured, feeling frustrated with herself as

her curiously, "Ms. Larson,

the cushions and Enally found it under a pillow. The rosary beads lay quietly on the sofa.

matching set?" She thought, Could Mr. Simmons have finally had a breakthrough and decided to pursue Ms. Larson? Madeline shook her head. "No, I got these from a

They do look great

a bit let down. To her, among all her brothers, Caleb and Wesley were the safest ben. Speaking of Wesley, it had been a while since they heard from him. Madeline was really worried about his situation, Caleb

renowned doctor, almost miraculous in his

accepted for grad school at a

like a typical rich playboy, but he secretly

at the National Art Academy and had recently been teaching at

rising fast in the

was unaware of what her twelve brothers did for a living. She only knew about a few of them whom she had met. Among these, only Wesley remained an international assassin, leading a dangerous

Chapter 233

"I hope

down from the study.

fork and knife. "Caleb, you haven't