Shadows Of A Forgotten Spring Novel

Chapter 168 Chapter 168 68 % She smiled at her daughter and swallowed the lump in her throat Emma couldnt show her fear ; she couldnt let her daughter know just how scared she was to lose her .

You are so brave , sweetheart , she whispered softly , brushing her hand across her daughters cheek .

Mommys so proud of you .

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Emilys smile widened slightly .

Im okay , Mommy , she murmured in her soft , tiny voice .

You dont have to worry .

+5 But Emma couldnt let go of her worries .

To think of anything happening to Emily , of her little girl slipping away because of something she couldnt stop , was just too much to bear .

She had done all she could : brought them back to the city , faced Alexander in spite of everything that had happened in the past , and begged for his help .

But what if it wasnt enough ? What if her daughters fate had already been sealed ? Her eyes darted to Ethan , who was stacking blocks in one corner of the room , humming a little tune to himself .

His joy was infectious , his energy a stark contrast to Emilys stillness .

Ethan loved his sister , and he always tried to get her to laugh and always wanted to share his toys or stories .

The bond between them was unbreakable , and Emma knew that if something happened to Emily , Ethans heart would shatter .

Mommy ? Ethan called , his head turned over his shoulder with a brilliant grin spreading castle ! Mares his face .

Look ! I built a Emma couldnt help but smile , nodding to encourage him .

Its beautiful , sweetheart .

Youre such a talented builder .

Ethan beamed under her praise and continued with his creation , his laughter filling the room .

Emma looked at Emily again .

She was fast asleep now .

Emily seemed so peaceful , but that gnawing in Emmas chest wouldnt let go of her : What if this peacefulness does not last ? What if the doctors are wrong and it is more than a side effect of a drug ? Her heart ached with a mothers guilt and fear .

If Emily didnt get better , if Emma lost her , she would never forgive herself .

She would blame herself forever for not having acted sooner , for not finding some way to save her .

For now , however , Emma had hope .

She held on to what the doctor had said .

Today , lets do something different , kids , Emma said in a light and cheerful voice as she looked from Ethan to Emily .

Ethans eyes sparkled with curiosity , and even Emily , who had been sleeping , immediately opened her eyes at her mothers words .

Ethan , ever the bundle of energy , tilted his head in curiosity .

What are we going to do , Mommy ? he asked while bouncing around the room .

Emma leaned over , a mischievous smile on her lips .

Give Mr.

Handsomes mommy a surprise visit , she said , her voice warm yet uncertain as she gauged their reactions .

It only took Ethan a second to process her words , and immediately he did ; he shrieked in delight .

His arms were spread wide as he began to spin in circles .

Mr.

Handsome ! Mr.

Handsome ! he shouted in loud giggles .

Mr.

Handsome was the nickname Ethan had given to Alexander .

It warmed Emmas heart , seeing her little son this pleased .

Ethan stopped his mad circling and looked at her with big , wide doe eyes .

Mommy , does this mean I finally get to be friends with Mr.

Handsome now ?! he exclaims , hopeful , almost rembling with excitement as he awaits her response .

Emma hesitated a moment ; allowing the twins to get closer to Alexander was a step she hadnt been fully prepared for but Alexander was their father , and as such , he deserved a place in the childrens lives , and she needed to start building that 15:27 Thu , Jan 30 of Chapter 168 place now .

168 % She flung her head back in mock surrender and smiled , Yeah , sweetheart , you can be friends with Mr.

Handsome now .

+5 The words were barely out of her mouth when Ethan let out a delighted cheer , throwing his little arms around her in a tight hug .

Thank you , Mommy ! Thanks ! I love you so much ! he exclaimed as his small body vibrated with excitement .

She pulled him closer , her chest tightening with emotion .

She had spent so long keeping them apart , protecting their paternity , but seeing the pure joy on Ethans face made her wonder if she had been wrong as Alexander had claimed .

Ethan stepped back , his eyes bright with determination .

Im going to tell Mr.

Handsome the good news ! he said as he hurried to his little backpack .

Hes my best friend , Mommy ! And now he really can be my friend ! Emma chuckled softly , watching her sons enthusiasm as tears stung her eyes .

Ethan had always idolized Alexander without even knowing the truth about their bond .

He saw Alexander as a hero , a role model , someone to look up to and that was something Emma couldnt take away from him anymore ..

She turned her gaze to Emily , who lay quietly on the couch as she watched the scenario in front of her .

Though weaker than her brother , Emilys smile was just as bright , her tiny voice chiming in , I want to see Mr.

Handsome , too , Mommy .

Emmas heart clenched at the sound of her daughters voice .

Of course , sweetheart , she said , moving to sit beside her and brushing a strand of hair from her face .

Well all go together .

Emilys hand reached out and grasped two of Emmas fingers .

A soft smile appeared on her face .

Do you think hell like my drawing ? she asked shyly , glancing at the picture on her small bed , which she had been working on for days .

Emma smiled back , looking straight into her eyes .

Hell love it , baby .

Hell absolutely adore it .