The Torment

Ellie

I cannot believe I lost Amy. I feel so terrible as I know all the souls present today, including Adrian, were secretly blaming me. I would also be blaming myself if I was in their shoes. I was the last one with her. I could have protected her better. I could have been with her and prevented all this fracas.

Adrian has barely spoken to me throughout the day. I know he does not want to hurt my feelings, and with everything happening, I understand the distance. I just wish he could let me comfort him and be there with him. I could see the frustration and anguish on his face at the station. I could see how bitter and determined he was to find his daughter.

I had failed him and Meghan. Even so, Meghan should not have kept on insisting that I had taken her baby. I understand that her mind is clouded with emotions. I understand that with everything happening, she may not think straight and may be quick to play the blame game, but she has to know that I, too, love that baby girl. I, t