章 308: This Home Welcomes You

"He doesn't hate you; he's just finding everything difficult to accept," Seiji told her. "At the very least, judging from his tone, there's no indication that he hates you, or even that there's any disgust. Your uncle is just confused, and he needs some time to comprehend this matter."

"What if... Uncle... doesn't want me... anymore..." Reo sniffled.

Seiji crouched down in front of Reo and looked straight into her eyes.

"With how cute you are, how could he possibly not want you anymore, Reo-chan?" He wiped away her tears with his hand. "I believe that can't be the case... but if it really happens, Reo-chan, why don't you just come live in my home?"

"Brother Harano..."

"I told you before that I would help you. Although that was in your dream, that promise still stands in the real world as well." Seiji smiled gently. "And didn't you promise your mother that you would be braver? So don't always cry, and be more spirited, alright?"