TCG: Chapter 23

I sat on the bed with Miall, and my eyes felt itchy and painful. It must be from all the crying.

“Are you okay?” I whispered as I pushed his hair back. “Did it hurt a lot? Were you scared?” I asked as I held his hand. “Tell me everything.”

“I’m okay. Are you fine? Did he hurt you? How are our children? Are they safe? Is mom safe?”

“Everyone is okay and safe. You know you can’t meet them until the fight, right?” I asked as I scooted closer to him. “Do you feel okay? Are you dizzy?”

“Amanah, baby. I’m fine. I’m here, with you. So I’m good. It’s me, baby,” he smiled gently as he pressed our joined hands to his lips.

But it’s not really you. Something’s missing in you. A big piece of you is gone.

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I pressed my lips against his and sighed. Yes, I had to believe this was him so they could believe it was him as well.

“I’m so happy you’re here,” I wrapped my arms around his neck. “I’m so glad.”

“Yes, I’m here to save you all,” he said, and something about the way he said it didn’t sit right w