“I see. Would you love to speak with her?”

“Yes Grandpa. Actually…”

The couple burst into ecstatic laughter when she said 'actually' and she paused. Then, the next voice she heard was her grandmother's voice, who had collected the phone from her husband.

“Actually, you wish to visit home.”

She completed the sentence for her. Now, Jewel chuckled and shyly greeted.

“Hello, grandma. I miss you.”

“I miss you too. How are you, my dear?”

“I'm fine, grandma. I would like to see you and welcome big brother back. Will you and grandpa permit me?”

Jessica looked at her husband, for a clue, and he nodded in admittance. Then, she...