Chapter 77

I'm shaking with weeping. I couldn't swallow the saliva that had gathered in my throat because the stone obstructing it wouldn't let go. Furthermore, I patted my side to make sure Randle wasn't next to me. I gazed down at my two quivering hands, trying to recall and making myself believe that everything that had transpired wasn't a dream. "But where's Randle?" I tilt my head to check my phone after I ask that to myself. I can't believe that everything has happened wasn't real last night. I reached for my son again, but he is not beside me. But my world collapsed as I looked at it, even the phone I put at the top of my head last night was gone. I focused my attention on the door when it opened. Randle ran in, panting and laughing as he was pursued by a shadow. When I saw the two people who meant a lot to me, I didn't see my tears. I was unaware of it. They were overflowing with joy, and my worrying heart felt at peace. "Shh. Lower your voice. You'll wake up, mommy," Randall remarked,