Chapter 40

Ace

I didn’t know what was worse anymore. Hearing Diya say she almost lost our son broke me into a million pieces. I tried to be strong for her sake, but this was unbearable. She went through all this alone without me. I would give anything to have the experience with her. 

“You didn’t lose him,” I said, rubbing her back. “He is alive. That’s all that matters.”

“I know, but I miss him so much. I want him here with us.”

“Me too,” I sighed, “Me too, honey.” I pulled her tight and let her cry.

I didn’t care that the pull was straining my ribs. This, right here. Me comforting her like this was worth all the pain in the world. I loved her with all of my heart. I never stopped.

“Promise me, we wi