Garrett reluctantly agreed, "Sweetheart, if you don't want to go public, then I will keep your identity under wraps for now. But I've already called your grandpa, and he's coming home this afternoon." Hattie chimed in, "Your grandma and granddad from my side have settled abroad and they'll be flying back in a couple of days to see you. Your three uncles, always jet-setting for work, will come to visit as soon as they can spare a moment."

Josefina hadn't realized her family tree was quite so lush.

Lena watched the family of three, feeling like an outsider, convinced they were all doing it on purpose. Her resentment nearly showed on her face.

With tear-filled eyes, Lena softly said, "Josie, I promise to always be there to help you take care of mom and dad."

Hattie smiled, "As long as you're both healthy and happy, that's all that matters."

The warm atmosphere lightened Josefina's mood considerably. Every day back here was worth it.

the morning

rest

Brandon's got doctors at his place. You don't have

Josefina going out, possibly

"I can't stay inside forever, right? Plus, you've hired experienced bodyguards for me. I'll be safe this

medical skills, and I'm a doctor too. I'd love to learn from you, is that okay?" It was a perfect chance to make

decision, "I'm just going over to give Brandon a

off because you

home and rest. There's always time to learn, and besides, your sister's training is in a completely different field-it's not something you can pick up in a short

...

were imposing figures, one with a scar running down his face. As Josefina stepped out, they greeted her respectfully,

She nodded back, "Hello."

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