Chapter 40. Miserable

Reese

I let myself stand in front of our old room, my heart began beating in a frantic rhythm in my chest. My knees were melting, and my skin was turning cold as a result of the fear and worry that I was experiencing. I leaned against the door, and my knuckles were gripping the knob as if I was hesitant to take the steps to enter the bedroom.

I took a few deep breaths, forcing the much-needed air into my lungs. I was tight with anxiety as I silently tried to reassure myself to calm down and everything would be alright.

I could hear the sound of my mom’s soft sobbing from down the stairs, while Troy’s low murmurs soothed her.

I finally pushed the door open, and the bedding quickly caught my attention, my heart breaking as I gazed fixedly at the bed. I walked towards it and perched on the edge, swallowing the lump in my throat as I ran my fingertips over the pink floral beddings that my mom had definitely set for Troy.

I shook my head in disapprova