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

to call after him, but seeing him- usually so full of laughter - now looking

love of my life, and losing him had shattered

his battle buddy, felt like losing a piece

Grant left, I sat in the office, idly ringing the bell,

leave the office and visit Deborah's house. I had tried contacting her the day before, but her phone was off, and she

choice but to

Walker asked warily upon

"Mrs. Walker, I'm Felicia."

paused, then broke

Mrs. Walker led

you know where she

her

home."

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

there, I

confusion, "Mrs. Walker, what

to

she want to harm

know?"

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