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.

just in time for dinner. She pulled at the soft

and noticed how hungry she was, Meals on the

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

She quickly go

everywhere but found no sign of her rosary beads. Although not valuable, they were a gift and

frustrated with herself as she hurried downstairs to search

eyed her curiously, "Ms. Larson,

pillow. The rosary beads

rosary beads, smiling. "Ms Larson, Mr. Simmons has a similar set. His are darker and the beads are bigger. Are they a 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 chapel on my trip to the mountains. They're

do look great on you. Ms.

ben. Speaking of Wesley, it had been a while since they heard from him. Madeline

renowned doctor, almost miraculous in his healing skills, and highly respected

prodigy who was already accepted

he secretly ran an underground intel network full of priceless

at the National Art Academy and had

was rising fast in the entertainment

of what her twelve brothers did for a living. She only knew about a few of them

Chapter 233

"I hope Wesley hasn't

from the study.

up her fork and knife. "Caleb, you haven't mentioned Wesley in a while. How's he