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.

rush-take all the time you need," Xavier said, his tone enthusiastic

Danielle said, her smile warm

outfit. "Come

Audrey had been upstairs, spending extra time primping herself. When she finally walked into the living room and saw everyone gathered around Danielle, happily eating, she felt a pang

Audrey said with a big,

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

"I wanted to eat with

calculated. "Joseph, since I’m on summer break

"Why the sudden interest

exchanged glances, equally puzzled. Audrey wasn’t the

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