"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.

she asked, spreading it open in

lit up as he immediately grabbed the photo, clutching it tightly

Josie, whose face was full of sorrow. He froze. "Are you... Are

it nearly brought Josie to tears.

moments of lucidity were fleeting, she still held onto a sliver of

recognize her. He then

froze on her face. She took a deep breath, realizing something she

I can spend quality time with

me? Do you have enough 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 mother. I haven't handed

face was filled with

on the verge of

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

Pop, what would you do

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