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“If you really wish to stay with Daddy and Mommy, you may remain by their side. I am certain they will protect you, just as I will.” Ben nodded in agreement, adding, “Indeed. You will always be our little princess at home. Tony and I will train and become powerful so that we may protect you in the future. We will defeat any bullies that dare to cross your path!” Donna felt a deep pang of sadness as she listened to her brothers, for they spoke as though they were about to part ways.
The truth was, the triplets had never been separated in their entire lives, so it pained Donna to hear them speak in such a way. However, she was not one to reveal her vulnerability, so she looked them squarely in the eye, pursing her lips. “I will not stay at home. I, too, wish to be strong. I want to protect all of you and Nelly as well,” she spoke, taking a deep breath.
“I will contemplate this decision and let you all know my choice soon. It is late, so I shall retire to my room for now.” With that, she said no more and entered her chamber, leaving her brothers behind.Original from NôvelDrama.Org.
The two brothers knew that Donna disliked showing her emotions, but they also understood that she greatly valued her relationships. They would have to give her time to make her decision. “Well… she may appear indifferent at times, but when it comes to crucial choices, she reveals her true nature as someone who cherishes her loved ones,” Ben observed. “I agree. Let us also rest for the night. Goodnight,” Tony said. Deep in thought, the brothers returned to their respective rooms. Alone in her chambers, Donna was caught in a painful dilemma.
Disappointment clouded her eyes as she sat on her bed, feeling dejected. After some time, she glanced at her favorite teddy bear and held it close, murmuring, “Elisa… what should I do? I have never been alone without my brothers and Mommy. Now that we are finally reunited with Daddy, all I want is to remain with them. However, I also know that I must be independent and strong in order to safeguard all the good things in my life, for unexpected twists occur constantly.” The girl gazed at the doll with a smiley face and sighed.
She sank into her bed, still clutching the bear tightly. “Why can’t life be simple and straightforward? Why must we constantly make difficult decisions, huh?” As the next day dawned, Nelly was still fast asleep when she was awakened by noises outside. Despite having had a restful sleep, she had work to attend to, so Nelly rose from her bed instead of sleeping in. However, as soon as she opened her door, she was greeted by the presence of Alpha Kilian, Alpha Wade, and the children gathered in the dining area. They were already enjoying breakfast around the table. “This food tastes delicious,” Donna commented. “Feel free to have more,” Alpha Kilian encouraged with a smile. “Thank you, Mr. Handsome!” the girl exclaimed. “Try this, Alpha Jackson. It’s really good. The recipe has been passed down through generations,” Alpha Kilian said.
Though Alpha Wade appeared uninterested, he still nodded and said, “I’ll help myself.” Alpha Kilian nodded in return. Nelly furrowed her brow in confusion as she walked out of her room. Before she could say anything, Ben called out to her. “You’re up, Nelly! Join us for breakfast!” Everyone at the table looked at her as soon as Ben’s voice echoed through the room. Among them, Alpha Kilian’s eyes sparkled with excitement. “What are you doing here?” Nelly asked Alpha Kilian.
“I am here to deliver breakfast, of course,” he replied cheerfully. Once Nelly was seated at the table, Tony handed her a bowl of oatmeal, and she began to eat. “So, you’re a delivery guy for food now?” she asked between bites.
“I would gladly become one for the rest of my life, if that is what you desire!” Nelly was speechless. As for Alpha Wade, he cleared his throat and prepared to leave. “I have finished my breakfast. Enjoy yours,” he said, rising from his seat and heading toward the door.
“Are you finished, Gramps?” Tony questioned, looking at him. “Yes, I need to go to the market to buy groceries. We are running low on food in the fridge,” he answered without turning back, slipping on his shoes and opening the door.
“Wait! I’ll come with you!” Tony shouted, winking at Ben, who was thoroughly enjoying his meal. A frown formed on Ben’s forehead upon seeing Tony’s gesture. “Come on!” Tony urged. “I…” Ben’s gaze shifted between Alpha Kilian and Nelly, and he stopped objecting.
Ah, I see.
“Alright, I will accompany you,” he said, finishing the last bite and joining Alpha Wade and his brother.
While the old man could not fathom why the children wanted to tag along, he was grateful for their company. “Let us go,” he said with a smile as they departed. “Get me some jello, guys!” Donna shouted from inside the house. “Of course!” The door closed behind the trio, leaving behind the couple and Donna. The girl knew exactly what she needed to do. After finishing her breakfast, she wiped her mouth and smiled. “Nelly, Sharon will be here soon to pick me up. I will go get ready and change. Enjoy your breakfast,” she said.
“Sharon is picking her up? Where are they going?” Alpha Kilian asked with a puzzled expression as he observed Donna walk away. “It seems the director wants to meet her. We discussed it last time, remember?” Nelly replied. “So, she is bringing Donna to the film crew…” Alpha Kilian muttered, perplexed.
“Why? Are you afraid that your ‘ex’ will kidnap your daughter?” Nelly teased, raising an eyebrow. “I swear she doesn’t have the guts to do that! Besides, she is not my ex,” he corrected. Thanks to Sharon’s explanation to Nelly the other day, she knew the truth behind their relationship. Thus, she blinked at him without saying a word.
Following breakfast, Nelly returned to her room to prepare for work. She showered, applied makeup, and changed her attire. Upon reentering the living area, she found the dining table impeccably clean. “Did you clean up?” she asked, surprised as she looked at the man who had just finished a phone call. “Yes, is there a problem with that?” he responded, tilting his head and raising an eyebrow. “No, it’s perfectly fine,” Nelly replied.
Though her response seemed indifferent, she couldn’t help but feel a sense of disbelief that a man like Alpha Kilian would personally serve breakfast and even clean up afterward. His actions completely shattered her preconceptions of him. Unbeknownst to Nelly, Alpha Kilian had noticed her thoughts.
He approached her with his imposing figure, locking his gaze with hers. “Have you finally come to see that I am quite the catch?” he asked, his eyes filled with a faint smile.
Nelly met his gaze and offered a slight smile in return.
“I believe your definition of a ‘good man’ is rather flexible.”