As the conversation in the living room continued, Sabrina began to feel a sense of boredom creeping in. She confided in Wanda that she wanted to leave and made her way upstairs.
After spending some time alone in her room, a knock on the door interrupted her solitude.
Sabrina got up and opened the door to find Jennie standing there.
Jennie glanced around nervously before darting into Sabrinas room and swiftly closing the door behind her.
Sabrina greeted Jennie with a smile, Whats going on?
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Jennie, Looking serious, explained, Im afraid my grandma will catch us.
Hearing this, Sabrinas smile faded. She crouched down to hug Jennies small frame and spoke gently. Dont worry. Its okay if she sees us. You can spend time with anyone you like.
Jennie gazed up at Sabrina with her wide eyes and expressed her fear, But Im scared she will get angry and leave me.
That a young girl like Jennie displayed remarkable sensitivity tugged at Sabrinas heartstrings. Sabrina reassured her, If she doesnt want you, youll still have us.
Sabrina continued, Your uncle mentioned that if you want to stay in this country, hell make it happen.
Make it happen? Jennie inquired, tilting her head in curiosity.
Sabrina explained, Yes, hell adopt you. Youll become his daughter. Dont be afraid. Were all your family.
Jennies eyes lit up, and she threw herself into Sabrinas arms, almost toppling Sabrina over.
They lay on the bed, head to head, as Jennie shared her day with her new friend Frankie in a sweet voice.
Frankie told me hes really unhappy. His parents have been arguing and not talking to each other for days. His mom mentioned wanting a divorce, Jennie confided.