“I know everything.” But before he could finish, Liam’s phone rang.
It was Charles, a former professor who had become a father figure to him. How ironic, Liam thought. He met Cynthia at Marie and Charles’ fiftieth wedding anniversary, and just as he was about to bid her farewell, he received a phone call from Charles. He looked at Ashley apologetically and picked up the phone.
“Charles is critical, Liam. He met with an accident.” Marie burst into tears as she told him.
Liam jumped out of his seat, startled, and exclaimed, “What? How did it happen?”
“We had gone to a campsite to enjoy some peace and tranquility. Charles had been hiking when he slipped and fell. He has suffered a serious head injury and is currently undergoing surgery.” Marie wept as she informed him. “What would I do
