บททั้งหมดของ Stepbrother Claims It All (Leo's Harem): บทที่ 1 - บทที่ 4

Avery's POVThe morning sun was pale, painting the sprawling lawn of the estate in soft light. I couldn't pull myself away from the window. Not today. The curtains were thin, almost see-through in the morning light, so I stood half-hidden behind them, fingers tight around the edge of the fabric.I watched him from my bedroom window as he moved with a quiet strength, the watering can in his hand tilting over the flowers. His dark t-shirt was already sticking to his back, a patch of dampness spreading between his shoulder blades. His arms flexed under the weight of the can, veins standing out against tanned skin.He is so handsome. I wish he wasn't my stepbrother, and I wish he wasn't suffering as much as he was. My mother had the money to hire a proper gardener. She could even afford three if she wanted. We lived in a freaking estate, all stone and ivy. But she’d rather have Leo do it. All of it. The gardening, the laundry, washing the cars. I hated it. I hated to see him work so

Leo's POVDrip! Drip! Drip!The annoying cold water landed on my forehead repeatedly. Just like always, I tried to ignore it, but it wouldn't stop.I forced myself awake, unable to sleep anymore. The damn ceiling was leaking, and I'd informed Gianna of it. But of course, taking care of such wasn't in her budget.Another drop hit my cheek. I wiped it quick with the back of my hand, sitting up on the bed slowly. My muscles protested. Looks like I wouldn't be able to sleep anymore.I turned to the wall clock, rubbing my neck softly. It was four in the morning. Great, I only had three hours of sleep. My lips parted into a heavy yawn, a big sign that I still needed at least an hour of sleep.But if I didn't want those bratty girls giving me a hell of a day, it would be best I got to my morning chores now.I stood to my feet, and every movement I made intensified the ache. It was a constant companion now, a deep soreness that had worked its way into my shoulders, my lower back, hands, and e