Chapter 73: Planning a Big Move

When Gracie heard me, she lifted her head and looked up with a tearful smile, her eyes fixed on me like she'd finally found a safe harbor. I gave her an awkward smile, and she couldn't help but throw her arms around my neck. Maybe I was the only person she could lean on. I didn't take advantage of the moment. I just gave her a gentle kiss on the forehead. Under the lamplight, I stayed quiet. Gracie rested her cheek against my chest. Her sobs faded, her breathing steadied. I took out some antiseptic...