Nina guessed he was hiding something on purpose.

But without any evidence or specifics, all she could do was gently encourage him. "You're doing so well right now, which is exactly why I hope you'll see a doctor if you're not feeling well. I want you to live a long life. Don't you also look forward to seeing the kids grow up? Imagine being at their weddings with us, it'd be wonderful to share that."

"Yes, it would be amazing to see that day come," Pharaoh said, feeling a pang of hope.

Sadly, he knew his past mistakes had hurt many people, and perhaps this illness was his punishment. For him, reconciling with his daughter before the end and being able to sit together like this, talking peacefully, was more than enough. He had to be grateful. As he was thinking this, a wave of tightness hit his chest, and he began to cough violently.

and carefully poured some warm water from the thermos. Handing it to Pharaoh, he said, "Grandpa, have some water.

blood from his mouth, and tossed it discreetly into the trash. Taking

me call the doctor to come by and check on you, maybe get you some medicine. You don't have to keep suffering like

again. "No need for all that. I slept with the window open last night, caught a little chill, and

on him. She chatted with Pharaoh a while longer, then brought the two kids over. Pharaoh's face lit up when he saw Gemma, and

a baby can be tricky, and Gemma was more interested in grabbing at his

gently, "Just a little more, Gemma, and I'll let you tug on Grandpa's chin as much as you want. You won't want an empty tummy

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