Gasping for his last breath, Arthur mustered his final ounce of strength and threw himself in front of Claire!
The car screeched to a halt, mere inches from Arthur.
Julie snapped, letting out a raw, guttural cry before reversing the car and speeding away.
Claire cradled Arthur, her hands slick with blood.
"Arthur, hold on! The ambulance is coming!"
Heavy teardrops fell, splashing against Arthur's face.
With immense effort, he raised a hand to wipe her tears. "So this is how it feels to see you cry for me, even just once."
Claire shattered completely. Like a knife twisting in her heart, over and over.
Three years ago, Ethan had died just like this, fading slowly in her arms.
The blood pooling beneath Arthur spread wider, staining the ground.
He gazed at her with aching longing. "F
