It's 7 pm. No one came to Mother's grave. I more or less guessed it. But I respect Dad's wish to give Jacob one more chance. Giving forgiveness is not an easy decision, but it seems the longer you live, you will understand that vengeance won't do anything.
Jacob had made his choice three years ago. When he chose to build his legion and pledged his soul to the forces of darkness, having such great power was his dream come true. There was no way he could take it off again.
I went into the living room where Father Valerie was talking to dad.
"No one's coming, Dad. Jacob has chosen to leave us." I came and talked to Valerie's father. Since the attack, Father has insisted that Valerie stay with them temporarily.
He took a deep breath and looked tired. The burden of grief was pressing him down so hard. The loss of Mother Joanne was the greatest. Betrayal by those close to him added to his wounds.
"Tell Evan he can do whatever he wants, Alexa."
