“Even though I was upset about the secret and Nico’s accident, I should have treated you better after everything you’ve done for my family. You helped bring my son back, and for that, you deserved far more than what I did… You deserved a second chance.” She blinks rapidly, although it doesn’t erase the mistiness in her eyes. “Thanks. I didn’t realize how much I needed to hear that.” “I’m sorry I didn’t say it sooner.” She glances away and wipes at the corner of her eye. “Things aren’t the same without you,” I say earnestly. She turns to face me again. “He’s not the same,” I add.
