Emily ruffled her little lions' hair.

"Don't worry, babies. The mean people got what they deserved."

Ben and Isabella sandwiched her in a hug.

"I wish I was grown up so I could protect you," Isabella said with a little pout.

Ben nodded hard.

Emily's heart melted.

"How about Mommy makes you something yummy? Eat well, sleep early, wake up early - that's how you grow big and strong."

"There goes Mom, spoiling us ...