SOLANA
Curling my hands into fists, I took a steadying breath. My husband was a wreck. Somehow, I could tell that this was just his grief talking. He was hurting just as much as I was. I didn't give him a response, I moved towards him. My heart pounded faster with every step I took because he looked terrifying. But I'd already lost too much to let fear take him from me too.
When I finally halted in front of him, I slowly wrapped my arms around him, resting my head on his chest. His heartbeat was erratic and wild.
He sucked in a sharp breath, his body trembling against mine.
"Did you really think I would run away from you even in your darkest moments? Dream on, Roman," I said, a small smile tugging at my lips.
"Flower—"
"Shh, it's okay, dearest. Just let me hold you. I need this too,"
