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.

meeting my grandparents. Whether they didn’t

some other reason,

of longing appeared on Ramona’s aged face as she

know, after seeing you yesterday, I dreamt

girl, she was fussing about wanting to play with you. She

you.” Ramona smiled gently. “I woke

was her way of telling me to look after you

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

on your mind, Ramona.”

feel about getting close to

asked tentatively.

stunned. I had sensed the difference

such a stark

had planned to keep my

gaze, I found myself unable

days in RiverCity, so I wouldn’t have

Finally, I obediently agreed,

Ramona responded joyfully and suddenly inquired, “Heard