As they all sat around the breakfast table, sharing laughter over a comment made by Alex, Dave was the only one who didn't seem amused. Instead, he was simply observing them. "Hey, are you okay?" Francine asked him softly, leaning in to give his cheek a gentle kiss. "Yeah, it's just strange how well you get along with my brothers. I hadn't noticed you spending much time together, but you all seem very friendly," he responded, his voice laced with confusion and a hint of jealousy.
"What? No, not really, I'm just trying to be polite," Francine tried to keep her voice steady, attempting to hide the alarm she felt, fearing she was about to be found out.
"Ease up, man. Leave Francine alone. She's even been kind enough to offer to show us the local mall today," Caleb interjected, reprimanding
