Ben
Luckily, Waverly is right behind Nancy and able to catch her as she collapses. My wife looks at my precious cargo and her green eyes widen. “My God, Benjamin, is she all right?”
I glance at Melody’s slightly flushed face and nod. “She’s merely asleep. The events of the day have caught up with her, I'm afraid. I'll put her in her bedroom. Lay Nancy on the couch and give her some cold water.”
With her lips pursed, Waverly studies Melody with motherly concern. “She's been through so much in just a few days, Ben. She needs our help.”
I close my eyes briefly, praying for honor and strength of will as I adjust my hold on Melody in my arms. “I know, Wave, and we'll help her together. Now try to get Nancy sorted and I'll be right back.” I kiss my wife's brow as I walk past her on my way fu
