Chapter 94

"Summer, what’s wrong? Talk to your big brother, alright?" Alexander turned to her, his voice as gentle as ever. Summer shook her head slightly, "I’m fine, big brother. Just... wanted a hug." As long as she could feel he was still by her side, she had the strength to keep going. "You little dummy." Alexander gave her nose a playful tap, eyes brimming with warmth. "Whatever happens, don’t be scared. I’ll always be here for you." “Okay!” ... The next morning, just as light began peeking through the windows, Summer blinked open her eyes sleepily and sat up. She glanced at Alexander, still sound asleep beside her, and smiled softly. Leaning down, she whispered close to his ear, her breath warm, "Time to get up, big brother." Alexander slowly opened his eyes and chuckled, rubbing his ticklish ear as he met her cheeky smile. "You little rascal." "Hey! I’m not a rascal. You are!" Summer stuck out her tongue and made a silly face before hopping out from under the covers like a little bunny. As