CHAPTER 15: “Imagine you might be my dad!!”

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  “Julia…” called Eric. “I have a question…”

  Julia felt nervous again, clutched her fists and bit her lips. She was worried if she would be able to hide the truth from Eric.

  “Yes…” she murmured as she took a deep breathe.

  “How did you injure yourself?”

  “Is this what you want to ask about? Don’t you want to ask about your father too?”

  “I am not interested.”

  “I am sorry, Eric…”

  “Is father related to your injuries?”

  “…”

  “Did he hurt you?? Is he that bad?? Is he bullying you, Julia??”

  “…”

  “Why aren’t you answering? So, he really is the reason.”

  “Eric, I don’t want you to hate your father. These matters are only between your father and mother. I didn’t tell you about him, because I was worried I might lose you. You kids are amazing, and I am blessed to have you. Even if you are a piece of him, I still love you wholeheartedly.”