Five Lost Angels: My Husband's Fatal Deception novel Chapter 146

There were still three hours left in the match, so my brother drove us to a nearby coffee shop, a quiet and calm place unlike the noisy stadium.

As the organizer, I reached there ahead of time to supervise the arrangements. Today's final match was going to end with a colorful farewell ceremony. The performances of local artists and a special magic show was planned for kids, it was always my initiative to promote arts with sports. People were attracted to these healthy activities, forgetting their tough lives for a moment. It was also my intention to attend a peaceful event with my family.

But no!

Leo decided to show up randomly, destroying my carefully built world. I couldn't understand what was my fault in it?

Longing for quality time wasn't a crime, but after coming to the Lakon City, it became a luxury, and now Bright's calm demeanor was slowly converting into Leo's chaotic one. I was cursing myself for even expecting tranquility in my life when Henry's voice slithered into my ears, he asked me.

"What would you like to order, Laura? Server is waiting."

Oh!

I literally forgot about our arrival at this coffee shop due to my turbulent emotional state, all eyes were fixed on me as I was zoned out completely.

"S-Sorry!"

Flushed by embarrassment, I picked up the menu card to appear busy and ordered my usual, Henry chuckled lightly.

"After thinking for so long, you have ordered the same iced Americano, Laura.

I would have asked the server for your usual if I knew it."

His light-hearted comment was supposed to relax me, but I got upset, defending myself stupidly.

"It's not like that, brother. I was searching for their specials."

My feeble attempt to appear all composed and grown up was simply disregarded by Henry, he spoke breezily.

"There is no need to pretend in front of us, Laura. We are a true family."

My gaze fell on my cute babies, glancing at me worriedly, their genuine concern shining in their glossy eyes forced me to let my guard down. I slouched my shoulders and leaned back in the chair, sighing deeply.

"I don't know what's wrong with Bright and Leo. Their fight was worrisome …"

My concerns about their growing malevolence deepened the horizontal lines of worry on Henry's forehead, he said,

Holding my hands, he repeated the vows of our childhood, speaking soulfully.

"I, Henry Green, will always protect you from every danger, my younger sister, Laura Green.

You will be happy and safe throughout your life."

My brother's assuasive voice warmed my heart, taking my mind off those quarrelsome ex and fiancé. But my kids' mutual affection truly lifted my spirit. Zoe grabbed Jane's tiny hand and spoke grievously.

"I will protect you with my life, Jane. No one will ever bully you again."

He leaned closer and kissed her cheek, the rainbow of delight booming on Jane's adorable countenance fluttered my heart. My little girl was one step ahead from me, she responded to Zoe with a bright smile.

"I will be your best friend, Zoe. You will never be alone."

Their brother-sister pact made me realize that I was just a receiver in my relationship, ignorant of my own brother's happiness. So, I promised in my heart.

"I will definitely live in the moment to erase your warriors, my dear brother."