Talia
I held onto Dominik.
Because if I didn’t hold onto something, I was going to lose it.
Everly
Me – I need you.
Deacon – On my way.
Bax
I wrapped my woman up in my arms as I held on tightly.
Pouring all my strength into her.
I wasn’t Lila’s father... but I wish I had been.
And I should have put a bullet in that bastard’s brain and then adopted her like I wanted to.
Sadly, the asshole, no matter the tactic I used, wouldn’t sign the papers.
Clutch
I wrapped my arms around Bronson and held on tight.
And when he broke... I stood fast and held on.
***
Dr. Harding
“Time of death... twenty-one forty-seven.”
‘You could only save someone that wanted to be saved; otherwise, you’d be dragged down for the count, too.’
– Jodi Picoult.
Chapter 22
Dr. Harding
Those were the words I wouldn’t have to repeat... not like I had with my last patient.
‘Every day you fight to live. And every day, there’s always that chance... that you won’t.’
– Lila’s Secret Thoughts.
Chapter 23
Lila
“It’s not your time, my dear. Go back. Go back now.” I heard a voice say.
***
Every day you fight to live. And every day, there’s always that chance that you won’t. I smiled.
