Chapter 516

I didn't think. I just moved closer on the couch and pulled her into my arms.

She resisted for half a second before completely breaking down, crying against my shoulder like her heart was shattering.

And maybe it was.

I held her while she cried, my own throat tight with emotion. I didn't say anything. Sometimes there are no words. Sometimes all you can do is be there.

It took several minutes befor