Accidentally Yours, Forever
"Now you two, into bed. It's late, and tomorrow's a school day."
There was the usual negotiating about who got which blanket and whether the nightlight should be on or off, but eventually, both twins were settled in their beds. I stayed until their breathing evened out, watching all three boys sleep—Thomas in the middle bed that we'd borrowed from my neighbor, the twins flanking him like little guardians.
My sons. And now, Winter's son.
My family, apparently.
When I finally made it back to my room—Winter's room, technically, since she was sleeping in my bed while I took the couch—I found her sitting on the edge of the mattress, still dressed but barely keeping her eyes open.
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