The space was narrow and confined. As the man released his pent-up rage, his breath came in heavy gusts. His grip tightened, cutting off Elaine’s airflow completely, turning her face a dark, bruised purple.Did he really want to kill her?No. Actually, three years ago, Dave had wanted to strangle himself to death out of frustration.Tears welled up in Elaine’s eyes.Meanwhile, Reece, still holding the melting ice cream John had bought him, walked back to the main area of the hospital but couldn’t find his parents anywhere."Where did Mommy and Daddy go?" He frowned, looking upset and anxious.John thought for a moment. Realizing Dave and Elaine must want some privacy to talk, he led Reece toward the stairwell area. They walked down a path lined with thick greenery.Suddenly, the ice cream in Reece’s hand melted completely and slipped, splattering onto the floor.John was startled and looked down, but in that split second, Reece pulled his hand free. The boy ran straight toward where D
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