Before leaving, Jess stuffed her face and talked about her day. She did make sure Luka was fine with staying with me until she got back. I am not sure which one of us was more freaked out by Jordan’s stunt. But I think it’s safe to say we both were for different reasons. Her because she was afraid of what he would do to me in his state. Me, because I have never seen someone I love act like that.
“Was it hard leaving the hospital today? Was your mom doing okay?” Luka asked. I didn’t answer right away. What would he think if I told him the truth? Jess didn’t react poorly, so maybe I would get lucky and he wouldn't mind.
“I wouldn’t say that…” He waited for me to continue. “I talked to her like normal, saying goodbye and what my plan was, and that I would see her tomorrow. Then the machines
