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

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

of my life, and losing him had shattered my

Grant, losing Ernest, his battle buddy, felt like losing a piece of

sat in the office, idly ringing the

the office and visit Deborah's house. I had tried contacting her the day before, but

no choice but

Walker asked warily upon seeing

"Mrs. Walker, I'm Felicia."

then broke into tears, "Ms.

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

you know

her to

home."

wouldn't have come here. But I

I was there, I voiced

confusion, "Mrs. Walker, what

to

she want to harm

know?"

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