Chapter 4
Gabe hadn’t gotten out of bed for days. He would come out go to the bathroom, on occasion stuff something into his mouth from the plates of food his mother regularly delivered, but otherwise, he slept and refused to get up to face the world.
His parents had each come in to try to talk to him. Other relatives, too. Some from out of town who had come in to help make the arrangements. Coach had stopped by and a few of his teammates. They offered condolences and assured him he could take some time before coming back to training.
Today was the funeral. His parents had made it clear in no uncertain terms that he was expected to go. Staying home and staying in bed was not an option. His mother had come in much too early and brought him coffee to get him up.
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