#Chapter 219 – Welcome Back

When Jackson and I arrive at my room we find the door already open and Rafe and Jesse lounging casually in the living are. Rafe’s eyes immediately snap to us. “So?” he demands, raising an eyebrow. “What the hell was that all about?” “Oh, just mom,” I say with a happy sigh, stepping into the room. “Telling me that I’m her favorite and assuring Jackson that he’s her new Meatball.” Rafe narrows his eyes at me as Jesse laughs. “Such an obvious lie,” Rafe sighs, shaking his head. “Mom would never even joke about that. I’m her eternal favorite.” “Get in line, lil Prince,” Jackson says, pulling me tight against his side. “I’m #1 son now.” Jesse laughs again as Jackson turns his head to look down at me, speaking softly. “I’m going to run to my room, unpack. I’ll be back in a little bit?” “Okay,” I say, standing on my toes and giving him a little kiss. “Um,” I glance at my brother and my cousin. “Do you mind if I tell them what really happened?” He considers for a second. “No, that’s fine