“But what do I do for now? Elija wants to talk, but I don’t know what to say.” Kurby said tearfully. “I don’t want to hurt him. The thought of my words causing him pain, rips my guts out.”
“He’s your mate. If you feel that strongly, Kurby, he is your mate. I suggest you explain things to him. Tell him you believe him, but until you can be sure you want to get to know him. Elija will understand. He knows you’re already working through some s**t, and with all that’s happened to you... just be honest. I promise everything will work out. Now I have a question for you?” Jigger said seriously.
Kurby nodded. “Of course. I’ll tell you anything.”
“Why haven’t you asked to call anyone? You haven’t asked to call your friend, Gentry, or even your parents or your brother. I know you think your pa
