They hugged together and froze for a second after they were fully aware of each other's condition.
Suddenly, a thunder fell, which frightened Kara. She closed her eyes and curled into his arms. She almost buried herself in his chest to acquire a sense of safety.
James was stunned. Then he felt Kara's fingers trembling, realizing that she was just afraid of thunder. All he could do was to knead his forehead.
"Honey, would you let go of me please?"
He felt an impulse but tried his best to contain it. And his effort to control himself made his voice somewhat hoarse.
Without noticing this, Kara refused, "No, I wouldn't. Uncle James, I'm scared."
James suppressed his physical impulse, took a deep breath, and took her back to the bedside.
"Relax, I'm here with you."
He gently patted her
