Melanin's POV
I took a deep breath, knowing he spoke the truth, but then my story isn't one I would happily share. I lay on the grass, staring at the clouds. I closed my eyes, unable to help but remember my own sad story. My thoughts drifted to my son, Lali, and Austin. I wondered if they were doing well. I really missed my boy, and I couldn't wait to see them.
“A penny for your thoughts,” I heard his voice.
I was totally lost in thought, having forgotten about the man beside me. I opened my eyes sharply and saw him staring at me. I adjusted myself.
"You can share it with me if you don't mind," he said.
Looking at the man, I wondered what made him so calm with me. In the few hours I've spent with him, I haven't seen him talk freely with anyone. It's either he's giving orders or they'r
