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.

my

other reason, I didn’t

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

seeing you

about wanting to play with you. She

of you.” Ramona smiled gently. “I woke up in the

wondering if it was her way of

softly said, “Maybe it’s just because

on your mind, Ramona.”

about getting close to me like

asked tentatively.

stunned. I had sensed the difference between Ramona and Susan

such a stark

to keep my distance from the Myers family,

I found

my days in RiverCity, so I wouldn’t have

Finally, I

joyfully and suddenly inquired,