Chapter 69: Biological Sisters

I was standing at the entrance of the Duke's home, holding Cecilia's hand but unable to push myself to go in.

Papa Benjamin wanted to come with me but because I didn't want him to see Gwen in her condition, I insisted on traveling alone. That is, until Cecilia cried her eyes out, begging me to take her with me. I had no choice but to bring her along. At least if Gwen threw me out, I would have Cecilia by my side.

"Mama?" She called, tugging on my hand. "Why are we standing here? Won't we go in?"

"Give me a moment, please." But I didn't get a moment because Arthur spotted me and ran over to hug me. I swatted to receive his hug.

"My brothers can walk now." He announced without even a hello.

"Can they? They are so grown." I feigned disbelief.

"Eliott still stumbles but Eric could run any day now." I laughed.

"Who told you that? He has to get used to walking first before he can run."

"Mama did. Come on, she will tell you." He took my hand and led me into the house, Cecilia was close behin