When Love Breaks by Jack

“Sure.” I happily agreed.

Ramona glanced toward Gregory. “Greg, why don’t you head to the dining

room for breakfast? And grab a bite for Ms. Webster, will you?”

“Got it.” Gregory shot us a dubious look but headed toward the dining room

without making a big deal about it.

As I thought Ramona would lead me to her dressing room, her warm hand

suddenly grasped mine. “Here, have a seat.”

“Okay.” I was pleasantly surprised and sat down, my hands resting awkwardly

in my lap.

couldn’t recall ever meeting my grandparents. Whether they

or, for some other reason, I didn’t remember

longing appeared on Ramona’s aged face as she

“You know, after seeing you yesterday, I dreamt of

That girl, she was fussing about wanting

smiled gently. “I woke up in the middle

her way of

words moved me, and I softly said, “Maybe it’s just because

on your mind, Ramona.”

feel about getting close to me like

asked tentatively.

had sensed the difference between Ramona and Susan

expected such a stark

I had planned to keep my

hopeful gaze, I found myself

I spent most of my days in RiverCity, so I wouldn’t have to

often. Finally, I

responded joyfully and suddenly