—Alec—
How do I comfort my best friend's woman?
I reached out with unsure hands and patted her back. “Whatever you’re feeling right now is okay. You’re stronger than you think.”
She buried her face in her palms and gave a small nod.
“It's fine. Really.”
“Where do you stay?”
She straightened and looked at me. “At Loudoun county.”
“My convoy could take you home if you want,” I said.
“I-I wouldn't want to bother you.”
“Of course, you're not bothering me.”
“Wh-what about you?”
“I'll have my second/backup convoy come pick up. Don't bother about me.”
She hesitated, then nodded. “Alright.”
I pulled out my phone and texted the head of my security detail. He received it across the room and turned to communicate to his team.
I slipped back my phone into my pocket and turned to Ruth. “Y
