Book II - 58

AUDREY

“Well, it’s because we’re communicating. How easy it is, right?” Gabriel said as we continued to walk.

“It’s true when they say communication builds trust. So, what happened then?”

“The Starks found me. I was lost, and there I met Coulson. He was once an introverted kid. He didn’t speak to anyone and sat almost his entire life in a wheelchair. As a child, he was frail, and we found and helped each other. We’ve become brothers. He started walking again, and he’s the reason why I am who I am now.”

“That explains your very close relationship. But what do you mean, he started walking again? I didn’t realize he was ill.”

“He had a knee failure from bone cancer, but he’s all better now. He’s healthy, and our bond somehow drove him to get surgery. He trusted me. I trust him. That’s how it works. But don’t tell him I told you.” He winked at me.

“Don’t worry.” I genuinely grinned. “And you are brothers. That’s why.”

“Yes.” He exhaled in relief. “The Starks saved me, Audrey, and gave me