Ben and Isabella: ...

Why is mommy focusing on something else this time?

Emily couldn't bear to actually hit the children. It was just a show to scare them. She hugged the two little ones and softened her tone a bit.

"I know you are both smart kids and won't easily be bullied by others, but mommy is still afraid. You're still so young and not as strong as adults. Mommy is more afraid of you being bullied and not being able to defend ...