The End of Love
Hugh’s final shot had struck him dead in the chest.
He collapsed in a pool of blood, and people rushed in to treat his wounds, but he refused to cooperate.
Instead, he fixed his gaze on me.
“Ms. Sheargold, Mr. Castillo is calling for you!”
One of the bodyguards leaned in and heard Hugh say my name.
Everyone instantly looked at me.
As I approached, the people surrounding him parted to make way.
Hugh gripped my hand with all his remaining strength.
He said in broken, halting sentences, “Taz, it’s okay if… you never forgive me…