Chapter 03

**Episode 5: A Secret Request**

A few days after the family reunion, I couldn't get James out of my mind. It was like he had cast a spell on me with his quiet charm and warm smile. I longed to talk to him, to hear his voice again, but I couldn't let anyone, especially my mom, know how I felt. I mean, he was practically like a big brother, right?

One evening, I decided to take matters into my own hands. I was alone in my room, thinking about James, when I realized there was someone who might be able to help me. My mom.

I knocked on...