(Virginia’s POV)
"I don't know how to move forward from this," Jasper keeps on rumbling, his eyes distant, glossed over. I don’t want his mind snapping.
"One day at a time." I squeeze his hands gently. "And you don't have to do it alone. You have me. I’ll always be here for you."
He looks at me then with something new in his expression. Not love—not even close. Is it suspicion? That’s not possible. I made sure not to give anything away. But just in case, I force out a couple of tears to show I’m more pained than delighted at his misery.
"Thank you, Virginia," he shakes his head. "But I'm not ready for... I can't even think about..."
"I know." I brush a tear from his cheek with my thumb. "I'm not going anywhere, Jasper. Whenever you're ready, I'll be here."
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