Chapter 142

Chapter 142

“I should have done better,” he said hoarsely.”

“I should have looked for you. I should have checked on you… made sure you were okay”

Shame settled visibly over him, pressing down on his posture, his voice, his very presence.

“I could have been there,” he went on, his words faltering.

“I could have taken care of you… and–and our…” The word caught in his throat.

He swallowed hard, as if even speaking it required permission he didn’t believe he deserved.