A maid was standing waiting for them at the front of the house. She wore a black dress with sleeves and a white apron. Her clothes were neatly pressed and her gray hair was pinned into a tidy bun on her head.Her smile was warm and inviting. Ashley's feet seemed to speed up at the sight of her."Ashley, welcome home; we have missed you so much." Maureen's arms opened wide and she embraced Ashley in a warm hug. She couldn't help but smile at the woman, who was like a mother to her when she lived here."Thank you, Maureen," she smiled, trying to wiggle out of Maureen's hold."Sorry, hun. Am I squeezing you too hard?" Maureen chuckled lightly, letting go of Ashley. Her eyes roamed her up and down and concern spread across her face.Luckily, Maureen didn't say anything. Her face shifted and her warm smile was back. She looked down at Bella and Ashton, her eyes widening. "Oh, Ashley, they look just like him," she gushed, grabbing the twins in for a hug. They were more than happy to return.
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