Unmasking the Heiress (Evangeline and Walte)

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"Well then, if you say so, what more could I ask for? I'm just looking forward to welcoming my precious great-grandchild and basking in familial happiness!" Cole imagined the joyful future, his eyes narrowing into a contented smile.

Evangeline felt a weight lift off her shoulders, knowing she had finally won her grandfather's approval. However, another thought then struck her. "Grandpa, all the head of the family, It's not right to play favorites, is it?" Cole looked puzzled, "Play favorites? When have I ever done that?"

Cole had always doted on Evangeline, his granddaughter. If there was ever a case of playing favorites, she was definitely the golden child. Somehow, she still was not happy. "You're always on my case about having kids with Walter, but what about my five uncles? You're not exactly rushing them down the aisle. Isn't that a bit unfair?" she challenged.

Cole let out a weary sigh

"Those uncles of yours? They march to the beat of their own drums. I can't make heads or tails of their love lives. I could nag all day, and it wouldn't make a dent. Thank goodness I've got you, my thoughtful granddaughter. Otherwise, I might leave this world without ever seeing a new generation." "Grandpa, cut it out, Evangeline chided gently.

She let go of Walter's hand and sat beside Cole, her presence a comfort.

"Be honest, Grandpa. Don't you want my uncles to find five amazing women to bring into our family? To give you a bunch of grandkids to spoil?"

"Of course, I want that," admitted Cole, his voice firm but his eyes betraying a hint of sadness.

He knew it was a pipe dream. He blamed his younger self for being too preoccupied with work and not giving enough attention to his kids. His daughter had strayed, and his sons had grown cynical about love.

"Okay, here's the idea, Grandpa. I've got information on every eligible bachelorette in Avalon City. I'm planning to play matchmaker for my uncles!"

"Is that so?" Cole's face lit up with a spark of hope.

"Absolutely. The Fosters are all about fairness, and that includes how we handle having kids. It's got to be fair game for everyone. Otherwise, why should I be the only one stuck with a kid while my five uncles are out having the time of their lives every day? It just doesn't sit right with me!"

Evangeline's frustration bubbled over, and she pouted like a little girl laying out her case of unfalmess to her folks.

What she did not realize was that this very expression made Walter's heart race. He always knew Evangeline as the picture-perfect niece in front of the elders, but this fiery, childlike outburst was new to him. It was surprisingly thrilling, even. Staring at her pouty red lips, he was itching to pull her in for a kiss, -to feel the softness and warmth of her lips.

Cole could not help but burst into laughter at Evangeline's antics. "Don't sweat it, Evie. I'm all ears for your big news!"

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They hung out with Cole a bit longer before hitting the road.

Since hunger was not gnawing at him, Walter was eager to chat with Evangeline, about anything really, just to hear her voice. "So, about you playing matchmaker for the uncles-is that for real, or just a tall tale to entertain Gran