"Emma…." Williams shouted, his voice sprawling in that desolate space, but before it would spread further, Mr. Jude sprang into action, covering Williams' mouth with his hand, right in the fraction of a second, as if expecting this danger that might be hiding behind every shadow.
"Do you know her?" Jessica asked in a weak voice with a very minute pitch, as if her experiences had drained her of all energies.
Robert's eyes softened, his lips curling into a soft smile, the seams of his features glowing bright with expression, as in low and measured tones, he replied, "Yes, I do know her; she is my girlfriend," the words tumbling into view amidst a mixture of affection and longing.
His words were colored with pride and underlined just how deep the feeling was, but immediate was Mr. Jude's r
