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.

recall ever meeting my grandparents. Whether they didn’t

for some other reason, I didn’t remember

of longing appeared on Ramona’s aged face as she gripped

know, after seeing you

about wanting

Ramona smiled gently. “I woke up in the

way of telling me

me, and I softly said, “Maybe

on your mind, Ramona.”

would you feel about getting close to me like

asked tentatively.

stunned. I had sensed the difference between Ramona and

such a

I had planned to keep my distance from

Ramona’s hopeful gaze, I found

I spent most of my days in RiverCity, so

often. Finally,

Ramona responded joyfully and