Aria's POV
Ray closed his hand, hiding the scar.
"I'm so sorry..." My eyes burned as I said so.
A smirk played on Ray's lips.
He reached out, his fingers hovering as if to brush away my tears, but I jerked my head back.
"I'll get the best doctor for you," I blurted out. "I'm sure the scar can be removed."
He chuckled, his voice a low rumble. "Well, that sounds like it'll cost a fortune."
"I'll save up. I won't make you wait long, I promise."
"Fine," he whispered. "I'll be waiting."
"Uncle Ray! Are you feeling better today?" Nola burst in with a big smile.
Her eyes went wide when she saw me. "Aria? You're here too!"
The realization hit me like a physical blow.
Her "grumpy uncle"... was actually Ray!
"This is my niece, Nola," Ray introduced.
Before I could speak, Nola snatch
