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224. Haunting memories
“Hi, Noah. How are you?”
"Dad…" Jemma's voice faltered with emotion.
Ryan got confused upon hearing her, "Jemma? What's wrong? Why are you crying? You're calling from Jimmy's phone… What's happened?"
"Dad, I'm at October Villa," Jemma managed between sobs.
"Oh! If you're at Ricky's place, why are you upset?"
"I miss you, Dad," Jemma confessed through her tears.
"I miss you too. I've been trying to call you for days. I asked Monica about you, and she said you're always out with friends, enjoying life. But don't forget your father. If you hadn't called today, I would've come to Vento City. I'm really worried. Please call me sometimes," Ryan urged.
"Dad…" Jemma tried to speak, but her emotions overwhelmed he
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