~Zayn's POV~
My eyes went wide. I clapped a hand over my mouth, utterly aghast. "Babe!" I whispered, horrified that I had forgotten to check on our two beloved babies.
"Don't tell me you forgot about them totally," Evric asked, barely containing his laughter.
"I didn't!" I stammered, my heart twisting with guilt. "I texted the housekeeper, I just didn't... talk about them with you," I admitted, scrambling to save my reputation.
Evric tilted his head, pretending to interrogate me. "So, what did the housekeeper say? Did they confirm our babies are doing okay?"
"Babe," I pleaded. "I'm being sincere. I did ask about them!"
"When last did you ask about them, my sweet forgetful boyfriend?" he pressed, his voice soft but relentless.
I sighed in defeat. "Fine. It's been a while since I checked, but the last time I asked, the housekeeper said you took them to the pet boarding house to stay for a while since you were too busy to take care of them."
