Chapter Twenty-Four
"What is taking so long?" Pauline said, standing next to Alex.
"They have to be careful with everything to make sure that no one else gets shot or killed. Claire said the bullet just grazed her arm, so Sam will be fine. She's a trooper." Alex hugged her. "You raised some tough children."
He'd meant those words to be comforting, but instead Pauline gave over into his arms and cried harder. He let her cry for as long as she wanted and watched the building, waiting for any sort of movement.
Ed approached them with coffee and relieved him of Pauline. Accepting the coffee, Alex nodded in acknowledgment and thanks before taking a long sip. It had been hours now, and the sun was setting. He just wanted to barge in there and get her.
On the bright side, they were able to w
