It was currently 2 am and Arya couldn't fall asleep. Her arrival back home had been pretty normal, the surprising aspect being Uncle Dan taking a leave. He had dearly missed her and hence had decided to spend some more time with her. Their conversation still revolved in her head as she tried to change her position on her bed, being mindful of not waking up Brooke with her restlessness.
They were done with their dinner and Brooke was helping Susan in the kitchen while Arya and Dan were sitting on the couch, flipping through channels.
"What's bothering you, pumpkin?" This had been Dan's nickname for Arya whenever she seemed too lost in thoughts.
"Nothing, uncle," Arya responded with a tight smile.
"Okay..." He turned off the TV and got up from the couch, his sudden action making Arya loo
