“Jonah,” she said. I swallowed hard. “It’s Theo, honey.” It’s me. Not him. I’m here now. Don’t you remember? She opened her eyes. They were clearer now, and the corners of her mouth lifted in a funny little smile. Not doped-up but patient. “Jonah says she’s safe.” Her hand reached up to touch my face. “Jonah?” I whispered. “She’s safe with him, Teddy…” The smile still on her face, she fell asleep again.
Oh my god
