August 16th, 1890 Rosie,
I am sorry speaking to Mother has caused some turmoil. That wasn't my intention. It's not all that odd for him to throw some sort of fit. Once he gets it out of his system, he should be back to the same old Hugo and become capable of truly processing Mother's words .
If something should happen to you? I am unsure of your meaning. If you think my brother would do something rash, I do hope you take the children and retreat to one of our parents' houses. I know he has a temper, but he has never proven to be violent.
Of course, I would watch over your children. I already do so. They are very dear to me.
I am also unsure the meaning of your closing remark. I care for you as only a brother can. I do hope you realize that, Rosie.
Zachariah