Jamie and Noah’s eyes lit up, but Lila hesitated, her protective instincts kicking in. “We wouldn’t want to be a bother, sir.”

Richard offered a reassuring smile. “It’s no bother. In fact, I think I could use some help around that big old house of mine. What do you say?”

Lila glanced at her brothers, their hopeful faces making the decision for her. “Okay,” she agreed, her voice barely above a whisper.