“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!”

Josie, whose face was

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, struggling to recognize her. He then tightly gripped her hand. “Jo, have you returned from university for

face. She took a deep breath, realizing something she

the holidays. I

money? How about you go on 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 your

was filled

on the verge of tears

entranced as he gazed at her face, his eyes slightly open. “Why

a smile. “A little. Pop, what would you do if someone hurt

it? Who hurt you? Is it that boyfriend you’ve been talking about? I’ve said it before, he’s not

between laughter and tears. She bent down to hug Paul. “So, if anyone dares to bully you, I’ll fight them to the end as

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