The sun had barely begun to peek over the horizon when Blake, Reggie, and Randall emerged from the cabin, each carrying a small bag of essentials. The air was crisp and cool, a light mist hanging over the surrounding woods. Blake paused at the threshold, his heart heavy with the weight of leaving his family behind.
He quietly made his way to Celena's room, where his daughter lay peacefully asleep, blissfully unaware of the turmoil around her. Blake leaned down, placing a gentle kiss on her forehead. "I'll be back soon, princess," he whispered. "Be good."
Next, he returned to Rose's bedside.
Taking her hand in his, he whispered "Everything's going to be alright. We're going to find answers, I promise." He kissed her softly, trying to memorize every detail of her face. "I love you."
