Colleen looked at Patrick after the call was disconnected before she placed it back into her bag. Patrick was looking at her blandly. She couldn't discern if he was worried or proud of her as his mind and face were both blank for her to read.
"Dad, just message me before Brandon called." She exclaimed as she looked into his eyes. "He wanted to talk to me." She added.
"Can I come with you?" Patrick responded.
"I would be grateful if you would accompany me," she said while smiling. She feels like when Patrick was around she was more comfortable and strong. She could express her thoughts more and be brave enough to share it to others. It must be because she knew that with him being there, there would always be someone who got her back. Now she understood why others see it as a blessing to
