Chapter 47

-=Gabby’s Point of View=-

"What do you think you are doing with your life, Gabby? I know you miss Caleb; I miss him too, but that doesn't mean you should starve yourself to death!"

As I continued to stare into nothingness, I could hear the worry in Mel's voice, but honestly, it didn't really register with me at all at the time.

A week has passed since my failed attempt to rescue Caleb from his father, and I have been unable to get him back until now.

I feel like a total failure; I failed as a mother for failing to protect my son, and now I am paying for the sin I committed on Jayden due to my fear.

I tried to beg Jayden and even got on my knees, but he remained indifferent as he walked away with my son, promising that I would no longer be able to see Caleb.

I was astonished when Mel grabbed both of my arms and turned me around to face her, and I was dumbfounded when I saw the tears pooling in her eyes.

I couldn't help but feel bad because I