Chapter 104

Just then, Diane wrapped her arms around Steve and hugged him hard. “Stephanie told us how fast you acted and what you told her to do. You probably saved her from that horrible man, and for sure you saved her if she had gone into that school with those killers there. You’ve conquered the last holdout in the family. I’m as goofy about you as Stephanie and all the Anderson girls, including Paula. Is that your hand? Oh, you’re wearing a sling again! I bet Stephanie liked that!”

“Kate! Don’t hug him,” was all Gwen managed before Kate had Steve in her arms. She didn’t say much but held onto him for a rather long time.

“Okay, Kate. I know what you’re doing. Let him go,” ordered Gwen in frustration. “Okay everyone, he’s tired out and all you girls, and all your ‘girls’ aren’t helping any. Steve, stop letting them hug you. Mom! Don’t hug him. Oh, Mom! You, too!”

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Paula had to smile as she hugged Steve. Lisa wasn’t the only female in the family that enjoyed teasing