566: Unwanted Houseguests

Emma stood in the hallway, her brow furrowed as she processed the unfolding events in her home. It felt as though her house was turning into a boarding house rather than a family residence. First Alex, then Mia, and now Bauer—it was all becoming too much. Bauer's plea to stay, masked beneath his portrayal of victimhood, didn't sit well with Emma. His approach felt manipulative, and it irked her that her brothers had so readily agreed to his request without considering the implications or her feelings on the matter. "Look, Bauer, just because you're staying doesn't mean things are going back to the way they were," Emma said firmly, her tone leaving no room for misinterpretation. She needed to set boundaries, especially with old flames reigniting under her roof. Bauer nodded, his expression serious for once. "I understand, Emma. I'm here to support you, not complicate your life. I just thought being closer would help us sort things out, especially with everything that's been happening