Zuko smiled as he held Lina’s hands, knowing she would face this day alone. He couldn’t replace her, but he could be there for her.

“This is your home, Lina,” he said, playing with her hair. “Your parents will be home soon. It’s a new beginning for you.”

Lina said, her voice filled with worry, “But I—”

“I know,” Zuko interrupted gently, looking into her eyes. “Don’t worry. I’ll bring your parents from Jangasas when I’m done here.”

Lina’s eyes filled with gratitude. He was the only one who would go to such lengths for her.

Still worried, she lowered her head and hesitated. “But what if they won’t come?”

“You’re their daughter, no matter what,” Zuko reassured her, his gaze gentle. “Lina, I promised that you won’t be separated from your family.”

Nodding slowly, Lina let go of his hand.

Zuko then turned his attention to Renee and smiled. “I have something to do tonight. Please take care of Lina for me.”

“Sure, I got it!” Renee replied, her voice filled with determination.

night.

she saw her cousin’s pure

realizing that they were cousins and that Renee was half a month younger. The room they were heading to had been kept by Nicholas and Linda for Pammy all

Aunt and Uncle cared about the most. It’s also the best room in this house,” Renee explained. “I’ve changed the sheets, and everything is clean. I’ve never touched anything in

her with a

you, cuz,” Renee

couldn’t help but

in surprise.

been a mess these past few days… I don’t know why this

another pair of parents who love you? Moreover, you would have grown up with Aunt Linda and Uncle Nic if you weren’t taken away. Your love

agreed, but doubts still lingered. “Hmm, Zuko said the

“Cuz, do you know what

Lina was curious. “What?”

Maybe to him, I’m just a weed that nobody

need time to adapt, but I accept you. As for

smiled, relieved by Lina’s words. “Thank you, Lina. And remember, you have one more person who loves

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