Chapter 246

“You men make me so mad!” snarled Stephanie as she wrapped her arms around Steve’s neck and kissed him with passion. “I’ll never complain about anything you do again.”

When Stephanie turned to look at James, she became aware that everyone had witnessed her meltdown. Her mother stood next to Gwen with tears on her cheeks while Gwen wore a broad smile.

“Gwen! I didn’t mean to accuse Steve, I mean he did it, but he was just, I’m not upset at him anymore. Are you angry with me?”

“We’re family. We watch out for our own and Steve happens to be the biggest believer of that maxim,” replied Gwen as she hugged Stephanie. “You forgot for a little bit, but you know the guy would do anything in his power to save you pain. We accept your apology and promise that we’ll continue to love and support you any way that we can.”

While Gwen was speaking to Stephanie, Ashley moved up to Steve, threw her arms around his neck, and pulled him down for a kiss. “Thank you,” was all she