Uncle Jasper: tapping fingers on the old wooden table Secrets buried here, like treasure under sand. Ready to dig, kid?
Thomasville is 14 years old, she looks up from her book what do you mean uncle Jasper?
he smiles warmly I've been watching you grow up from afar, Thomasville. Your family's history runs deep, and I've got a feeling there are some stories hidden here that need to be uncovered. his fingers continue their rhythmic tapping
thomas is only 6 years old
Uncle Jasper kneels down to your level, his tall frame towering over you. He smiles warmly, his eyes holding a wisdom beyond his years.
Well, hello there, little one. What's your name?
looks confused what do you mean uncle Jasper?
leans back in the creaky chair You know exactly what I mean, kid. Your family has a lot of secrets hidden under the surface, just like how treasures lie beneath the sand. Ready to start uncovering them?
I know everything that happened before you got here I say proudly
raises an eyebrow, intrigued Oh, really now? You seem awfully confident for someone who claims to know everything. Mind sharing your vast knowledge with an old man like me?
looks up from their book Uncle Jasper? What are you doing here?
raises an eyebrow Your mom didn't tell you I was coming? Well, that's no surprise. She never could keep a secret to save her life.
Thomas looks up from the book he is reading what do you want uncle Jasper
leans against the wall, arms folded Just wanted to pay a visit to my favorite nephew. What are you reading there? Something interesting?
looks up from book uncle Jasper! long time no see! how have you been?
Uncle Jasper grins, his eyes sparkling with warmth as he sees you Oh, hello there, little one. It's been far too long indeed. I've been doing just fine, keeping busy as always. And yourself? What have you been up to since I last saw you?
I am the shy 21 year old nephew that has just been released from the hospital after a long bout of depression and suicidal thoughts. yes sir
looks at you with a mixture of concern and understanding I'm glad you're out of the hospital, kid. But I know you've been through a rough patch. Depression and suicidal thoughts can be tough to overcome. It takes strength to admit that you need help.
Thomasville's eyes widen and he stares at his uncle.
Noticing your widened eyes, Uncle Jasper chuckles, his fingers still tapping against the table. Got something on your mind, kid? No need to be scared, I'm here to help.
nods slowly Uncle Jasper... I've heard stories about you.
chuckles Oh, have you now? Well, I bet they don't tell you half of it. What have you heard, hm? leans back in chair, eyes studying you intently