Replace me

Coco and Leon pouted at his response.

Anne sighed, “It’s okay, Nicholas.”

Nicholas was adamant. It was his duty to take good care of her at this delicate time. “No, it’s not. They tire you out so much. I don’t want that. If they don’t like walking, I will carry them. They can tire me but not you. You are just skin and bones now, Rose. It hurts me to see you suffer.”

Suddenly, Ellora laughed. “I never thought I would see my usually cold son showing warmth. But yes, he only shows it to his family. It’s good that you are showing your affection to Anne. Anne, listen to me, let him take care of you. Don’t feel guilty. Act as spoiled as you can.”

Anne looked down, blushing. “Okay, Mom.”

Ellora chuckled. “What a cutie pie.” She continued, “When you were young, I used to see your pictures. Jacob was obsessed with you and I always wanted to adopt you. I didn’t have a daughter at that time and you were very gorgeous. But Jacob never let me meet you because he was scared you woulf be stolen awa