The men had already made short work of unloading her pitiful belongings, which were already stacked on the front porch. She vowed to stay clear of Chad as much as possible while he was home for the holidays. Since she wasn’t part of the family, she didn’t expect to be included in all the holiday hoopla. Besides, she’d be too busy taking care of Helen. And Nina. She discovered, however, that Helen had other plans when she and Ethel met her at the door. “Welcome, my dear. Come in, come in.” Helen said. “Ethel and I will relieve you of that darling girl while you go upstairs to supervise the unpacking and get settled.” “I’m grateful for this opportunity, Mrs. Hempstead, especially this time of year.” “Don’t mention it, my dear. We’re glad to have you. And remember, call me Helen. Now, hand over that precious bundle.” Once Nina was ensconced in Helen’s lap, Ethel maneuvered the wheelchair, and the three of them headed toward the library. Gabriella wondered, not for the first time, whether Helen hired her for her services or because of Nina.
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