Dead In His Hands

Eduardo's Point Of View

"What is going through your mind, Eddie?"

I stiffened. I hated it when she called me that. The only person who used to call me that was Aurora. My mind went down memory lane where she would giggle happily the moment I arrived from work, calling my name as she rushed down the stairs and I would quickly meet her halfway to prevent her from falling.

"Eddie!" She would beam as I carried her and twirled her around and I would spend the rest of the night with my head on her thighs, recounting the stressful day I had at work.

"Eddie!"

I gasped, looking up abruptly. I thought, for a moment, I heard Aurora's voice but I didn't. It was Serena.

"What is it?" I asked lazily.

"What's going on with you? You seem to have a lot on your mind."

"Nothing I can't handle."

She sighed and continued eating. I looked down at my plate and realized I hadn't touched a single grain. My phone rang and I excused myself to pick up the call. It was Nate, my Beta, and best friend. Unli