Chapter 352

• I cradle the cell to my ear as though my life depends on it, the only contact I have with him and the version of him I have been pining for. My line goes quiet; I’m calmer, but I can’t stop the fresh tears from pouring down my face silently. They’re tears of relief this time because he’s come back to me. Jake is being Jake.
• “Emma?” He finally returns, and I let my breath out, unaware I have been holding it in the tense gap.
• “I’m still here.” I’m quiet and weak all over. I guess opening up this dam full of tears has caused considerable damage as I can’t seem to stop them nowadays.