Frank bent his knees. He stroked the twins' backs, as if they were so fragile. "Louis, Emily, you don't need to worry. No matter what happens, the four of us will stay together. Daddy will marry Mommy, and we will become one family, with or without Great Grandpa's support."

The old man snorted. While putting the spoon on the table, he muttered, "Do you think I'll let that happen? Don't expect."

Frank's shoulders shook. He began to have difficulty holding back the turmoil in his chest. Before he ...