"Don't you care about your dad and his family?" I blurted out suddenly.

He looked up at me, confused.

"Of course I do." He replied shortly.

"Then shouldn't you be doing something for them?" I pressed, narrowing my eyes slightly.

He looked at me strangely for a moment before letting out a small, humourless laugh.

"You're right, you're absolutely right. There isn't anyone else who matters to me as much as you do." He replied, cupping my cheeks in his large hands.

"But, it's all just a matter of time. It'll happen eventually. We just need to be patient. And strong." He added, kissing my forehead lightly.

"Okay." I agreed...