Chapter 1307

Pearl was the first to speak. "Chet, it's not like that. Your dad was just joking." Sean looked uneasy, having been caught in the act. "Yeah, Chet. I was just having some fun with Rick." At that moment, Chester looked unusually calm, like an adult in a child's body. Yet, his voice was still young and frightened. "I'm sorry. I accidentally broke the glass. What are you talking about? What joke? I don't get it." Chester tilted his head, puzzled. It turned out he hadn't heard their earlier conversation. The other three sighed in relief. Pearl took a deep breath. "It's okay, Chet. It's just a broken glass. No one's upset with you. Be careful, and stay away from the broken pieces. I'll clean it up later." Chester grinned and rushed downstairs to hug Pearl. "Thank you, Miss Pearl. You're so kind. I was afraid you'd be mad at me." Pearl stroked his hair, her voice warm with sympathy. "Why would we be mad? It's just a glass." Chester's voice grew quieter. "It's because my mom would hi