“I can take care of myself. I can wash up, brush my teeth, and even get into my pajamas. If you’re really late, I‘1l just head to bed.”

Sabrina didn’t know what to say now.

Noticing her hesitation, Jennie’s lips formed into a pout, giving Sabrina a pitiful look. “Aunt Sabrina, have you stopped Liking me? Do you think I’m annoying?”

Gazing into those large, pleading eyes, a wave of tenderness washed over Sabrina and she promptly responded, “Never. I could never stop liking you.”

“You’re not being honest. You’ve stopped liking me, haven’t you? Oh… please, Aunt Sabrina, don’t be upset with me! I promise I’ll behave better!” Jennie hid her face, tears flowing.

A pang of sympathy struck Sabrina. She wrapped Jennie in a comforting embrace, whispering, “Jennie, believe me, I’m not upset with you. Don’t cry. Didn’t I say yes?”

the truth? It feels like you’re not being honest.”

and put her forehead to Jennie’s. “I won’t lie to you. You’re going to stay at my place now. While I’m away, Bettie

You’re simply the

her with a mischievous smile. Her smile was sly and there were no

of surprise and realization dawned on Sabrina’s

Jennie, teasing, “Oh, you little trickster! Pretending to cry,

playful assault, giggled and pleaded, “Please, Aunt Sabrina,

lips,

into laughter, nearly shedding tears. She couldn’t resist moving closer to Tyrone and climbing onto his lap. “Uncle!

and grasped Sabrina’s hand with the other. “Alright, let’s take a

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