The following days were uneventful, and it was soon time to leave.

Whitney went all out to prepare Frank's departure, with blankets, clothes, and everything else he would need.

She also reminded him diligently, "Mr. Frankton, the city is different from our village. There are all sorts of villains-you have to be careful!"

Jason was unsure if he should laugh or cry. "Don't worry, Whitney. I'm doing fine in the city-I'd never allow Mr. Frankton to be bullied! You, on the other hand... don't be so sad that he's leaving!"

Whitney rolled her eyes at him, and he threw his hands up. "Just kidding. No offense!"

Still, his tone soon became serious. "I'm counting on you to help my dad, though. I've already hired contractors to renovate the house, so please keep an eye out."

Whitney nodded. "Don't worry-I'm the village chief here, and I'll have both eyes on your old man. You're the one who shouldn't bother your old man too much when you're out in the big city. He's old now-quit making him worry about you!" "Don't worry!" Jason smiled and walked up to Miles. "Dad, I'm leaving now. Take good care of yourself!"

The old man appeared wistful. "You said you weren't leaving again..."

but don't worry-I'm a better man now! When the time is right,

careful in the city, and take good care

Don't worry

sigh. "There are times when I realize I'm a douchebag for the stuff I did to my dad when I was younger." "People tend to make mistakes when they're young," Frank assured him. "It's never too late to come

Jason smiled and nodded.

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the nearest city and in front of a

pointed at it and said. "I'm sorry, but you shouldn't expect too much.

he should laugh or cry-it

the heart of the business district!" Jason's tone

them headed upstairs, reaching

stepped out the elevator, Frank saw the giant shield that

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