Amara Cross POV
I left the door half closed and stepped out, moving to open it gently.
The moment I did, Layla asked cheerfully,
"Hey. You took long to open the door, my little monkey."
The kids ran to her the second they heard her voice. She bent down and pulled them into her arms.
"I was in the bathroom, so I did not hear the bell."
I lied without hesitation, rubbing my scalp. She believed me.
Layla straightened and threw herself at me, hugging me tight.
"You are the only one who accepted my little monkeys. I love you so much."
"Thank you, Amara. I am really grateful to you. For taking care of them. Even their grandmother got sick because of them. I truly appreciate you."
Layla pulled back slightly, then looked at the kids sharply.
"Did you cause any disasters?"
They exchange
