This was Reba’s first time returning to her hometown of ga City for Christmas. As the helicopter descended, Dave and the estate manager, Cooper, were <b>already </b>there with a group of people, waiting nearby.
As they disembarked one by one, Cooper swiftly organized helpers to fetch their luggage as the whole family entered the house with excitement.
Cooper had already instructed Grace to prepare some hot chocte, which was promptly served to warm them up after the chilly journey.
“Becky, are you feeling tired? Would you like to go to your room for a rest?” Debra asked, standing up and showing concern for Reba
Patrick quickly agreed. “Yeah, Becky and the kids should take a break in their rooms. It’s been a long day in that helicopter; you must be worn out.
“And the rest of you should head to your rooms <b>too</b>. <b>Take </b>a break and stop staring at Becky. She’s back for good now; there will be plenty of chances to catch up,” Patrick added, turning tos son.
Reba couldn’t help but chuckle at Patrick’s remark, ncing easingly at her three brothers.
Since arriving home yesterday and finding everyone gathered there, Reba noticed her brothers and Paul frequently ncing in her direction. Their gazessted for a few minutes<b>, </b>sometimes just a few seconds, before quickly turning away The sensation of being watched sent shivers down her spine, making her nervous.
From yesterday until today, she found herself unintentionally on edge.
It was only when Patrick suddenly pointed it out that she couldn’t hold back and burst intoughter, uncontrobly.
Herughter was infectious, and soon everyone joined in, unable to contain their amusement.
Debra joined in, yfully scolding. “You troublemakers!”
“Don’t mind them, Becky. They’re just thrilled to see you. Give it a few days,” Debra reassured her with a smile.
Blushing slightly, Reba nodded in agreement.
“Let’s go upstairs and leave them be,” Debra suggested, taking Reba’s hand and guiding her away.
Reba cast a quick nce back at her brothers, particrly Adrian, before disappearing <b>upstairs</b>.
She had been in touch with Charlie for a while now, so they were quite familiar. After Bryce transferred to work in Maeloria, she saw him asionally, so there wasn’t much curiosity there. The exception was Adrian; due to workmitments, he couldn’te to Maeloria. Besides their initial meeting at the hospital, they hadn’t seen each other since, and now she was quite curious about him.This content provided by N(o)velDrama].[Org.
Adrian was tall, probably around six feet, with handsome and well–defined features. He exuded amanding presence, <b>perhaps </b><b>a </b>demeanor acquired from his long stint as awyer. Adrian noticed her gaze and his lips curved into a gentle smile.
Reba couldn’t help but smile back before regaining her senses and quickly followed Debra upstairs.
Once in her room, she sighed in relief without the asional stres from her brothers.
bily and Key were asleep, cradled by the nanny who took themck to the nursery and settled them into their small cribs
for rest
Reba and Debra peeked in to check on the children, silently leaving <b>once </b>they saw they were sound asleep. They left the
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nanny to continue caring for them.
Debra followed Reba back to her room, who stopped at the door.
“Becky, rest well. We’re all here at <b>home</b>;e find us if you need anything, Debra said tenderly.
“Okay. Thanks, Mom, Reba replied gratefully.
Debra nodded in reassurance, gently closing the door behind Debra to ensure she wouldn’t be disturbed.
With the door shut, Reba found herself alone in her room, finally letting out a quiet sigh of relief.
Despite her family’s warmth, the solitude was a wee change rxing andforting.
After unwinding, she felt the onset of tiredness and fatigue as she hadn’t taken a nap today at all,
Reba kicked off her shoes, slipped out of her coat, and carefully climbed into bed.
Despite having slept in her own bed only twice, it felt incrediblyfortable and reassuring, like home.
Reba quickly fell asleep again.
When she woke up once more, the sky outside waspletely chrk, a deep, dense ckness.
Feeling a bit groggy, she reached for her phone to check the time and was surprised to see it was already past ten at night.
Dinner…
Reba hesitated, then made up her mind and got up.
The <b>second </b>floor was quiet while the living room lights were on, and her parents were in their casual home clothes, watching TV.
Upon hearing movement from upstairs, both Patrick and Debra turned their heads towards the staircase, visibly happy to see Reba.
Debra stood up just as Reba descended the stairs.
Debra approached, smiling, “You’re awake?
“Are you hungry?” she asked.
“We kept some food for you in the kitchen,” Debra said, then called out to Grace, “Grace, please warm up Becky’s dinner and bring it out for her.”
Grace looked at Reba happily, too. She hastened her steps, eager to bring Reba her dinner.
Grace had been with the Carter family for over thirty years, hired on a high sry after Debra married Patrick because thetter enjoyed her cooking
She had watched over the three boys as they grew up, and the family’s optimism and happiness were infectious. Working for them had made her more cheerful over time, and she enjoyed her life every day. So, without realizing it, she had grown -closer to the family.
However, everything changed after Reba <b>had </b>an ident. The Carter family’s happiness had been shattered for years, and the atmosphere in the house had been dead ever since.
However, now it seemed fortune had smiled upon them as Reba had miraculously returned, bringing back the happiness and joy that once defined the Carter <b>family</b>. Grace genuinely shared in the joy of Patrick and Debra
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In no time, Grace brought–out the freshly warmed meal.
Reba hadn’t expected them to keep her food for her despite thete hours.
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It seemed this was typical for her- no matter the time, her meal would always be saved for her. Reba thought to herself <b>as </b>she picked up her utensils and dug in.
Just then, there was movement upstairs once more.
Reba instinctively looked up towards the staircase and saw Bryce.
He appeared to have just woken up as well and was descending the stairs.
Shortly after, Bryce joined them in the dining room. Grace also set out a meal for Bryce, and they dined together.
After Reba finished eating, she stood to clear her dishes.
Grace promptly approached her, insisting on taking the dishes herself as she urged Reba to wash her hands and then take
a <b>rest</b>.