Earl's brain gradually began to function, and he became aware of his surroundings. The first thing that came to his mind was the safety of Natasha and the babies.
He sprang to his feet and rushed over to her.
Natasha was shuddering in her place, looking outside the room.
He followed her gaze and saw the fire spreading through the hall to the first floor. The flames were intense and frightening.
"Hey, look at me." He held her shoulders and shook her.
Natasha looked at him.
"You need to get out of here with the babies, okay?"
She shook her head. "I'm not going without you."
"This is not the time for the argument." Earl pulled the blanket from the bed and draped it over her. He gave her Aron and then cradled Elliot.
"Come with me." He dragged her out of the room and took the pram with him.
Fortunately, the fire did not spread to the back of the house.
