Uncle J.R

Chapter 45 Uncle J.R

JASON’S CABIN, NEW YORK.

“Is it you, Uncle J.R.?” Nina asked, still in disbelief.

Jason’s eyes almost watered. “It's me, Nina. I can’t believe you have grown this much. How did I miss your growing up this much?”

Xander watched silently as the drama unfolded.

The both of them stood up to hug each other. Only then did Jason notice the bump hiding behind Nina's sweater. He held her gaze with shock in his eyes.

“Is it Xander’s?” He asked, looking towards his nephew with a distant emotion in them.

Nina chuckled. “Not at all, sir. It's a long story.”

“Well, this is your home now. You are welcome to say everything until whatever time.” Jason assured.

“What happened?” Nina asked when she returned to her seat. “I waited for two years, constantly watching the door with the hope that you will walk in again. But you never did. I was transferred from one foster home to the other, which was tormenting, by the way, until I got a chance to live my life and forget everything.”

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