Chapter 551

Irene realized immediately that Debbie must have transferred herself back in the country while she was gone. However, she was too tired to even stand, and simply nestled against Isaac's neck while pretending to sleep, reluctant to talk to Debbie. Once outside, Debbie opened the door for Isaac, who carried Irene inside. They headed straight home, and Stephen returned home as well. Sheryl Harris had cleaned the house and their rooms when she learned that Irene was returning, while Mrs. Watson cooked up a storm. Irene felt that she was home for the first time in a while. "Welcome home." Sheryl was beaming, and she had cajoled Tommy to welcome her as well. Mrs. Watson stood nearby with a cheerful smile as well. "Ma'am." Irene crumbled right then, and her tears were already gushing. Sheryl walked up to her right then and wiped her tears. "No tears, or you're going to cry easily from now on." Isaac had called ahead that Irene had delivered their child prematurely, so the child ha