Calix clutched his finger, wincing as he went in search of a band-aid. In the hallway, he spotted Josefina clad in comfy loungewear. With puppy-dog eyes, he approached. "Josie, could you help me find a band-

aid, pretty please?"

Josefina asked, "You're hurt?"

Calix nodded, "I wanted to slice some fruit for you but ended up cutting my finger. It hurts like heck."

Josefina felt a wave of empathy and told Calix, "Wait here, I've got some band-aids in my room."

"Okay, I'll wait right here for you."

As Josefina took the elevator up, Lena appeared. "Calix, I have a Band-Aid right here. Let me put it on for you."

Calix, hand over the wound, shook his head. "No, Lena, I'd rather Josie helps me. It might bring us closer, you know? Josie's had it rough. We need to look out for her, treat her with extra TLC."

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equally pitiable, so why did everyone

why are you so silent? Don't you agree with

totally right," she replied awkwardly, slipping the band-aid

Calix's wound and handed him a

never seen these band-aids

explained. "The medicine inside is specially formulated for bleeding cuts."

stopped, and

Impressive!

bit embarrassed by the praise, got up to pour herself a

the family gathered for dinner. Five servants presented a delicious spread. Ten dishes graced the table alongside Robert's, Garrett's,

ladled some seafood chowder into a bowl for Josefina. "Josie, try Grandpa's specialty. I'm quite proud

said, accepting the

of you are my handiwork. Give them a taste,

Lena. "Lena, you

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