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So he and Jasper played quietly nearby while Nina laughed freely.
Kevin observed everything, then spoke in a low voice to Jerome. “Is it that hard to enjoy yourselves without Nina
around?”
“Yes,” Jersaid, without hesitation.
Nina was the heart of the group.
Her energy brought them to life. Whenever she played with them, her laughter spread like sunlight.
When she wasn’t around, or she focused on someone else, everything felt dull. They still played, but the fun
seemed forced, and the smiles didn’t cas easily.
“Dad,” Jerlooked up, as if a new thought had just struck him.
Kevin turned to him. “What is it?”
“Can | always go to the sschool as Nina?” Jerasked quietly, his voice full of hope. “I just want to keep
her happy and safe.”
What mattered most was ensuring she would never be attracted to boys like Nick again. Back then, Nina had
stopped thinking about him.
“That depends on what Nina wants.” Kevin replied, gently patting Jerome's head. His voice was soft and patient.
“You're older, remember? You'll start elementary, middle school, and everything else before her.”
Jerwas quiet for a moment, then asked, “Can | wait until she starts, so we go together?”
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇt“No.” Kevin said without hesitation.
Jerlowered his head. He felt disappointed.
Kevin noticed the change but didn’t say anything else. He thought it was just the closeness of childhood
friendships.
He didn’t yet realize Jerhad already made a promise to himself. Even if Nina fell in love with someone else,
he would never stop caring. He had already fallen deeply for her.
“Jerome, Jesse, Mr. Wilson!” Nina called, waving at them with a wide grin. “Let's play a game!”
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“I heard a new version of Sharks and Minnows. Let's play it!” she said, face flushed with sweat and full of energy.
“Mr. Wilson can be the shark, we kids will be the minnows, and Mr. Shaw is our protector!”
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