The expression on Jackson's face gradually darkened.
Meanwhile, Nidia couldn't stop laughing as she repeated, "Uncle? Uncle!"
She tried to control her laughter because she feared it would put a strain on her newly healed wound.
When no one was around, Jackson took Nidia into his arms and kissed her to punish her for her mockery.
After a long time, they finally stopped and with one hand caressing her cheeks, he whispered, "Stop it or you've to pay the price for calling me uncle."
Nidia immediately kept her mouth shut.
Even though the wound had healed, the doctor had advised her to refrain from strenuous exercise for a while. He glanced at Jackson while telling her that and it was obvious it was directed toward him.
During the days where she had to lie in bed, Nidia browsed the internet and checked the latest news to kill some time.
Almost a week ago, she had discovered that Barend's company was on the verge of collapsing.
