Chapter 44: He defended me

"For taking us to the hospital. They've been studying to help their little friend." She took a sip of tea, then rubbed her face and put the cup down on the oval table. "If that little girl dies, they're going to be devastated."

They sat silent for a long time, then she turned to face him, her feet still on the couch. "What do you want, Rafe? Do you really believe, really believe deep in your soul, that they are your children?"

He went to answer her, but she held up a hand. "You have to be sure. If you change your mind somewhere along the road, you'll devastate them. And then I will not rest until I make your life a living hell."