They’ll find new ways and new reasons to love you, too. And when shit gets rough, that love will be enough to protect you from the storms that threaten to dismantle your connection.” “What if I stop falling?” “You’re a Childers, Rugger. You won’t. Once you’ve chosen, you’ve chosen.” “Yeah.” I nodded. “It’s okay, baby. Falling in love is not the end of the world. It’s the beginning of one. We’ll see you soon. Very soon.” My smile pushed my cheeks upward on my face. “I love you, Teddy.”