It seemed that aside from Yolande, Grant was another who truly knew Ernest.

At least, he was privy to more of the dangers Ernest had faced than I was.

But now, I lacked the courage to delve into his past. I feared that learning of his hardships would only deepen my sorrow and longing for him.

"I don't believe it," Grant repeated those words.

I understood that feeling. In my heart, Ernest wasn't gone; he had just traveled to a place beyond my reach.

"Let's just say he's gone on a long journey," I said, giving the bell a gentle shake.

The clear sound somehow filled the emptiness within me with warmth.

Thank goodness!

This bell Ernest left me was truly a lifesaver.

"Give me a moment, and then I have something for you," Grant suddenly said.

"What is it?"

Grant replied

him- usually so full of laughter - now

was the love of my life, and

losing Ernest, his battle buddy, felt like losing a

I sat in the office, idly ringing the bell, lost

her the day before, but her phone was off, and she wasn't replying to messages. I

had no choice but to visit

you be?" Mrs. Walker asked

"Mrs. Walker, I'm Felicia."

paused, then broke into

tears, I knew Deborah wasn't in a good place. Sure enough, Mrs. Walker

if you know

persuade her to

home."

here. But I couldn't bear to see Mrs. Walker so distressed and agreed

was there,

confusion, "Mrs. Walker, what

happened to Deborah?

want to

know?"

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