“Photos, photos,” Paul muttered, unable to recognize who was before him.

Josie stepped forward, noticing a stack of documents in the red box. Below them were various trinkets, and even a medical license. She was somewhat taken aback, as she remembered leaving these items in Mason Garden back in Wavery.

The last time she saw them was when she was finalizing her divorce from Dexter.

Why are they here?

Paul continued to mutter about a photo. Josie grabbed his hand. “What photo? Tell me about it.”

“A photo of Jo with her hair braided,” Paul replied very seriously. “I can’t lose it…”

Josie paused. She roughly knew which photo Paul was referring to. She took out her phone, removed the phone case, and there it was, the tiny photo hidden underneath. Ever since she left two years ago, she had always carried it with her.

“Is this the one?” she asked, spreading it open in her palm.

Paul’s eyes lit up as he immediately grabbed the photo, clutching it tightly in his hand. “It’s Jo. I’ve found her!”

was full of sorrow. He froze. “Are you… Are you

it was a question, it nearly brought Josie to tears. “Do you recognize me

moments of lucidity were fleeting, she still held onto a sliver of hope. She grasped Paul’s hand. “It’s me, Jo from the photo. Do

her. He then tightly gripped her hand. “Jo, have you returned from

her face. She took a deep breath, realizing something she should have known long

holidays. I can spend quality time with

a trip? If you don’t have enough, I’ll give you some more.” Paul spoke cautiously, fearful of being overheard. “I’ve been secretly working an extra job without telling

face was

of tears again. “Thank

slightly open.

“A little. Pop,

you? Is it that boyfriend you’ve been talking about? I’ve

laughter and tears. She bent down to hug Paul. “So, if anyone dares to bully you, I’ll

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