While Pippa knew nothing about the affairs between their families, Archie and Benny knew exactly what happened.
Daddy must’ve transferred Essie because he got into a fight with Mommy! He doesn’t want to let us play with Essie anymore!
Archie’s and Benny’s eyes reddened.
They had always been obedient and composed in cla*s, so this was Pippa’s first time seeing them cry.
For some reason, she found herself empathizing with them.
Pippa knelt beside them and said gently, “Don’t worry. The three of you are very close, so I’m sure Essie will come to play with you two very often. Besides, I’m sure Essie wouldn’t want to see you two crying like this.”
Although Archie and Benny were still upset, they didn’t want to cause Pippa any trouble.
Archie nodded obediently and held Benny’s hand as he
