243: Sibling Schemes Unveiled

The return home for Emma and Gable was supposed to be a quiet affair, a moment of respite after their vacation’s unexpected turn into the public eye. However, their plans were quickly upended by an unforeseen, albeit familial, intervention. Gable's protective instincts, although commendable, were proving to be more of a hindrance than a help, especially concerning Emma's interactions with Bauer and his children. Emma, trying to navigate these interactions gracefully, found herself caught between Gable's overprotectiveness and her desire to maintain a semblance of normalcy. "Gable, really, you're about as subtle as a brick through a window. Your 'I'm watching you' face might work wonders in scaring off unwanted suitors, but Bauer and the kids? They're hardly the enemy," Emma chided, half-amused by her brother's antics. Gable, unrepentant, responded, "Sis, in the game of life, I'm your goalie. It's my job to block any suspicious shots. And as for Bauer, well, his intentions with yo