S3| 196. Special Gift

Before Barbara had time to speak, Emily raised her index finger like a student wanting to ask permission from the teacher.

"Auntie, can you give me a little sister? I promise I won't cry if it turns out your child is also a boy. But, can you try? Maybe there are rules to planting baby sisters. How deep should they be put or how much should they be watered? Like Grandma Susan planting plants in the greenhouse."

Everyone laughed amusedly at Emily's request. Barbara was at a loss for words. Her cheeks flushed red with embarrassment.

"Little Bee," Kara stroked Emily's cheek, "we can't arrange it like that. It's fate from God."

"Can't it be done?" Emily shook her head slightly.

"No, Love."

Before the little girl's shoulders slumped again, Barbara placed a hand on the side of her mouth. "Shhh, Emily .... Actually, I also hope that my child is a girl. How about we pray together? Who knows, God will grant it. But if it doesn't come true, don't be disappointed."

Emily's eyes lit up with