CHAPTER 160: A LONG-DISTANCE PARTNERSHIP

No matter how much Samantha wanted to stay with Ian on his last journey, she could not afford to stay in New York anymore, especially with the ongoing project. It was only a matter of time before Jake could not control everything. It was a week filled with pain, tears, comfort, and closure. It was hard for Samantha to watch Ian fade away, but she had to be strong for him. Most of the time, she smiled brightly in the hospital so Ian wouldn't worry, but she cried herself to sleep every night. It was tough, and she was grateful for Camila. She didn't know what to do without her and felt so glad Camila and Jake bonded well. It meant a lot to her to know that her two best friends connected, even if they might not meet again. Tears fell before she could stop them, and Camila squeezed her hands comfortingly. Samantha smiled at her as they looked around the hotel to ensure they did not forget anything. Not that Samantha would forget anything since she mostly spent her time in the hospital,