Chapter 55. Facing the Family

Annabelle’s POV 

We finally reached home. Before we rang the doorbell, the main door flew open and the whole family was there to greet us. It was really embarrassing since I didn’t answer their calls or messages. Their eager, worried expressions made me feel a tug at my heartstrings. None of them looked angry at all. Soon my embarrassment turned into gratefulness.

Tristan came forward with a grin on his face and Stefan glared daggers at him. He however ignored his brother completely. “Finally, he’s able to woo you, huh?” he asked with a grin. “Bro, you took ages,” he added, making Stefan smack his arm. He wiggled his eyebrows, “So, how was the makeup sex?” he whispered to me. Stefan glared at him while I blushed.

“Shut up,” I said pointedly.

“Let them come inside, Tris,” scolded Mom. He moved away and we could enter our home. Gran looked at me, her eyes swollen as if she had cried a lot. My heart broke seeing her red, tear-stained face. I knew I caused i