Chapter 26

The next morning, Xavier was up bright and early, lounging in the living room as he eagerly waited for Danielle. It was his first time taking her shopping, and he’d been so excited he’d barely slept.

"Just so you know," Xavier announced smugly to his brothers, "I’m taking Danielle out today."

The others exchanged sharp glances, silently cursing his gloating.

"Mom, why isn’t Danielle down yet?" Xavier asked, practically bouncing in his seat.

Vivian shot him a look of mild irritation. "For heaven’s sake, Xavier, you’ve asked a hundred times already. Be quiet for a minute, okay?"

Before she could say more, Danielle came down the stairs, her presence instantly lighting up the room.

you need,"

Danielle said, her smile

cute outfit. "Come have

herself. When she finally walked into the living

Audrey said with

"Audrey, you’re up early. Come join us for breakfast," she said

wanted to eat with all of

on, she turned to Joseph, her tone casual but calculated. "Joseph, since I’m

"Why the sudden interest in

equally puzzled. Audrey wasn’t the type to

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