pt3

Kieran twisted his lips in a bit of a pout. Even though she made her decision he loved her even more for it. “You really have grown.” He looked down. “Had you given me a chance, I would have held you back. Reluctantly, I have to admit that he is a better fit for you.”

Kenji raised his eyebrows. He had no words to speak. Emma Jean lifted Kieran’s head up. “That’s what relationships should do. Help you grow, make you a better person. I know you’ll find someone like that. When you’re released, I’m going to need you to clean out your desk and never come back. I forgive you but I never want to see you again. Our friendship is over.”

Those words shattered him; he knew once she had made up her mind there was no changing it. “Yeah, I wouldn’t want me around if they allowed someone to harm me. I’m glad you’re alright, though.” He looked to Detective Hanson. “I’m ready to