*Hope*
I run down to the edge of the water, watching as Owen swims at an incredible speed towards where she disappeared.
My heart is pounding and I feel tears burn in my eyes. When I see him disappear after her under the surface, I send up a prayer that he will find her … and in time.
“Come on, come on”. I mutter, feeling like this is taking longer than forever.
I feel a rush of relief when Owen finally breaks the surface, and I see that he had Siena clutched in his arms. He starts the slow paddle back, dragging her with him.
I wade out into the water, helping him get her onto dry land.
Owen instantly collapses on the ground gasping for air but still manages to ask. “Is she breathing ?”
I quickly check and double check. “No. .. but there is a pulse”.
Luckily I remember my CPR, whi
