When Love Breaks by Jack

Chapter 656

The ER entrance was crowded with worried faces, but one stood out the most.

“Auntie!” Ike ran up and clung to my legs, his eyes wide with concern. “I saw the bad guys take you. I was so scared.”

“But Uncle Jake was awesome! He saved you, but he got hurt.”

His voice trembled, revealing a vulnerability I hadn’t anticipated. It hit me then, the gravity of the situation and the role I played in it.

“You should be in bed, kiddo,” I tried to lighten the mood.

Edith, always the voice of reason, explained on his behalf, “He tried, but he was too worried about you. He woke up and insisted on coming here.”

ruffled Ike’s hair affectionately, “You’re

gave my shoulder a reassuring squeeze, signaling her intent to step away. “I’ll

something going on at the office?” I

can’t

made me promise to call her if I needed anything before she

said everything that could possibly Comfort you. So, I won’t bother repeating them. But I did get you a lucky charm,

smile, but my eyes betrayed the emptiness I felt,

squeezed my shoulder, a silent promise of unwavering support, “We’re here for you,

broke, Gregory was finally wheeled out of the ER by

the

on

comforting reminder

me, then shared wisdom only a life well-lived could impart about facing adversity and making

choices.