Rachel, however, wasn’t satisfied. Papa, this is crazy. You don’t even know her. I know enough. You knew Mama…
Lucas studied her with eyes too old for his face. Then slowly he nodded. Rachel, however, wasn’t satisfied. Papa,…
I can’t promise I won’t die, sweetheart. Nobody can promise that. But I can promise I won’t choose to…
Beth looked at Daniel — saw the pain in his eyes, the fear. Then she looked back at Lucas…
Will you stay? The question came out barely above a whisper. Will you promise not to leave like Mama did?…
Despite everything, Beth almost smiled. I’ll make breakfast. Will you stay? The question came out barely above a whisper….
Yes. I’ll read to you. Will you make breakfast? Papa burns everything. Despite everything, Beth almost smiled. I’ll make…
Will you read to us? Mama used to read to us before she— His voice got small. Before. Yes. I’ll…
I’m going to try, she said finally. If you’ll let me. Will you read to us? Mama used to…
Beth’s throat closed. What was she supposed to say to this child? How could she promise anything when she didn’t know…