Chapter 1000: Are You Joining Us

Archer studied the two men before asking, "Do you have a payment terminal?"
The first debt collector nodded and retrieved a sleek machine from his briefcase. After entering the total amount owed, he handed the device to him. Archer tapped his phone against the terminal, fully settling the debts, including interest and a generous tip for the collectors.
"I added a tip for the two of you," he revealed to them.
A receipt was printed, and the collector extended his hand with a warm smile. "Thank you for taking care of that so promptly," he said. "We appreciate customers who handle things efficiently."
He nodded as the men left in a car parked nearby. Once they were gone, he glanced around and saw a path to the back of the house. Archer walked around and arrived in a beautiful lush garden that ended at a golden beach.
"This reminds me of mom's type of gardening.'
As Archer stepped onto the pathway, his gaze fell upon a young woman sunbathing with headphones on. He came to a sudden stop, his eyes widening in recognition. 'Ellie,' he thought, astonished.
She lay in a striking blue bikini that accentuated her slender, athletic figure and highlighted her long, shapely legs. Her chocolate-brown hair cascaded around her, and the bikini top perfectly showcased her perky physique.
Archer couldn't help but think, 'Wow, she's absolutely stunning."'
Suddenly, Ellie sat up, her striking brown eyes widening in astonishment as they locked onto Archer. A smile spread across his face at her reaction, but she was already leaping towards him before he could say anything.
Ellie launched herself at him with energy, and Archer instinctively opened his arms. She wrapped her arms and legs around him in an exuberant hug, her voice bubbling with joy as she exclaimed, "Baby brother! You're finally home!"
She nestled her face into his neck, and Archer's smile grew even wider, touched by her warmth and affection. He stroked her silky hair as he always did when they were small children.
While Archer did that, Ellie spoke quietly, "I know it's your soul that's connected to us, but are you no longer my little brother?"
"We can pretend to be siblings, but the truth is I'm someone new," he responded before holding her up by her tight behind.
Ellie yelped, causing her to look into his eyes as she got down. "You shouldn't touch me like that, Arch. It's weird."
Archer held his hands in innocence before smiling, saying, "It's good to see you, big sister. I've missed all of you."
"Me too, baby brother," she smiled. "Would you like a sandwich or something?"
He shook his head while taking out a BBQ Bacon Burger, which shocked Ellie, who asked for one. Archer handed her one while the two sat down and watched the waves lapping against the sandy shores.
"How long have you been back?" Ellie questioned after swallowing a mouthful of the burger he gave her.
Archer chuckled at her actions before explaining, "I got here yesterday, but If I'm honest, I was nervous when thinking about seeing you and Mom."
She nodded in understanding while putting her hand on his arm in a comforting gesture, which made him smile. The two continued sitting there. Ellie wrapped a blanket around herself, and the breeze brushed against them.
Time flew by as they caught up with everything until a glass smashing caught their attention. Archer turned around only to his mother, Michelle, who was staring at him with wide blue eyes and shaking hands.
He smiled warmly at the sight of her and stood up, his charm effortlessly shining through as he said, "Hello, Mom. You're as beautiful as ever."
As the words left his lips, a strange thought crept into his mind, catching him off guard. 'Why am I feeling this way? It was never like this before.'
"Here," he replied while giving her his phone.
Stacey entered her number before handing it back with a grin, "Text me when you get some
time, love. I would love to get to know you more."
Archer agreed with a nod before she turned to Michelle and spoke in a teasing tone, "Mother-
in-law. Will you pamper me?"
Michille bristled as she glanced at him and warned, "You cannot have my best friend, you
lewd son! She is seeing someone."
"'No, I'm not!" Stacey declared while looking into his eyes. "I just ended it with him and
decided to chase after you, son."
"Shut up, you tart! You're not having my son," Michelle shouted as she chased her out of the
house.
The blonde turned to him before the door slammed shut, "Text me!"
Archer chuckled as his mom sighed. She spun on him, causing her chest to jiggle, which caught his gaze. Michelle huffed, "Stop looking at me like that boy! I'm your mother, and you won't look at me with such passionate eyes!" she declared.
He stood up and approached his nervous mother, but she quickly backed off, and Archer
pinned her against the front door. The two were face to face as he gave her a grin before leaning in and whispering, "Don't deny the attraction, Michelle; we're not related, so you can
let me pamper you for the night."
His mother pushed him away before straightening out her jacket, "None of this; we can discuss it at another time."
"Okay," Archer replied while sitting down and speaking, "I paid off your debts when I saw the
two men at your front door."
Michelle beamed as she quickly thanked him, "You didn't have to love but thank you for that,
it helps out a lot."
He waved her away before finishing his tea as rain started hitting the windows, causing him to
relax on the soft sofa.
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