Chapter 17-3

The dozen men who trailed in after him had various gifts and packages in their hands. After putting the packages down in an organized pile, they promptly took their leave. When the commotion settled, only Nathan was left standing next to David.

"Howard. Vivian. It’s been a while," David greeted them. He’d always been a man of few words, and despite the simple exchange, it still felt a little as if the Darling household was under a surprise inspection.

Vivian was the first to respond. "What brings you here today, David?" she looked curiously at the little mountain of gifts before she put a warm smile on her face. "You didn’t have to bring so many gifts with you. Just your presence would be enough."

"Yes, David, you’re much too kind. Please take a seat. Would you like some coffee?" Howard added.

understanding David’s sudden visit. They assumed it was for Audrey and wondered if Danielle would feel upset as a result. They looked

make her way to the living room at all, choosing to stay at the dining table and enjoy the

but feel a surge of glee in her heart. She thought that David must be really fond of her. Rumors of them had started trending online, and now David had shown

informed her that her brothers had returned, and they were chatting up a storm with Danielle. The news made her anxious, so she

in as she worried about what kind of

yet, David?" Vivian

"I have," David answered.

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