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 before

seeing him- usually so full of laughter - now looking as if he

the love of my life, and losing him had shattered my

Ernest, his battle buddy, felt

sat in the office, idly

before, but her phone was off, and

choice

Walker asked warily upon seeing

"Mrs. Walker, I'm Felicia."

then broke into

Deborah wasn't in a good place. Sure enough, Mrs. Walker led me inside and said, "This

know

persuade her to

home."

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

there,

confusion, "Mrs. Walker, what

happened to

to

know?"

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