Although none of them were interacting with each other directly, the homey scene was so harmonious as though it was a scene out of a picture book.
An hour later, Gregory finally finished his homework and pestered Tessa to provide fetal education to the baby in her stomach.
Tessa observed her high-spirited son, rendered somewhat speechless at his intensity.
The baby was only a month old at this point, so it was not time to provide the baby with fetal education yet.
Unfortunately, Gregory didn't know any of that. He only knew that the baby was his future sibling. So, he looked at her expectantly. "Mommy, what should I do for my little sister? Should I read her a book? Or play the violin for her?"
Before Tessa had time to respond, Gordon interjected, scrunching his adorable nose, "Read a book. The violin makes me sleepy." Combined with his delicate facial features, he looked absolutely adorable.
Tessa was mesmerized by his cute appearance. But, at the same time, she was amused by his reaction.
For some reason, he had absolutely no talent in music. In fact, just listening to music made him sleepy.
Immersed in her thoughts, she ruffled his hair affectionately and gently agreed, "Alright. Let's read to the baby."
Gordon was delighted. He quickly went and chose one of his favorite story books, and then he stuffed the book into Gregory's hands.
"Read it, Greg."
Gregory did not refuse. Then, he flipped the book open and started reading the story.
Over the past two years, he had grown and developed significantly. His voice had also changed from a toddler's baby voice to become crisp and powerful.
After they finished reading the short story, Tessa glanced at the time and discovered that it had gotten relatively late.
She firmly declared, "Alright, let's stop here for today. We can continue tomorrow."
Although Gregory looked like he wanted to continue, he obediently nodded and smiled sweetly at her stomach. "Little sister, you have to remember my voice. I am your elder brother, Greg. I will read you another story tomorrow."
"Don't forget about me! I'm your elder brother, Gordon!" Not to be outdone, Gordon excitedly introduced himself to her stomach.
When she observed their friendly relationship with each other, she suddenly blanked out for a moment. That was because she abruptly remembered her previous child.
If that child were alive, the baby in her womb would have three older brothers by now.
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