The name "Jack Clarke" was like a thorn embedded deep in Nadine's heart.

For six long years, she had tried to forget Jack and everything related to him. She'd even persuaded herself to treat Brad as if he were Jack and give him all of her love. But in the end, no matter how hard she tried, a replica could never replace the real thing.

Nadine had tried to love Brad-to see him as Jack. Thus, six years slipped by in a haze, until the moment Sophie uttered his name. It then dawned on her that some things were simply irreplaceable.

Had Sophie not been holding her hand, she would have broken down. Her rough, weathered hands were clasped around hers. It felt as if coarse tree bark was scraping against her skin, and it stung a little.

But that prickling sensation kept her sane. It reminded her that there were some things Sophie should never know.

Sophie? Jack's doing just fine! He's on a top- secret mission that requires him to keep a low profile. But he did send me a message just

poor vision, for it kept her from seeing

message. "Oh? Jack sent you a message? That's good to hear! He's allowed to not

Nadine's hand, she asked, "So, what did

you But tell me, did he tell

to you, as long as it made you smile. That's all that matters to me." Her lips curled

looked at Sophie and fought the burning sensation in the back of her throat. Only

please stopz teasing me! Jack told me everything's fine. He wanted me to remind you not to worry about him

hearing that, Sophie's heart swelled with happiness. She couldn't stop smiling as

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