Chapter 63 Fire

• ~Evan~
• I spent the drive to the general store deep in thought. I have to figure out what’s going on with Neela and me. The sooner I figure it out, the better off everyone will be. I have to be careful because there’s a child involved. I would hate myself if I hurt him through this.
• I used to dream about being with Neela again; I missed her so much. Her being here was unexpected but also very confusing. How do I ignore everything that’s happened? I know she told me what went on, and I guess I understand why things were the way they were. None of that negates the fact that Neela left me alone to raise a child. She disappeared from both of us without an explanation, which tore my heart out. I can forgive her, but does that mean I should forget? Does my forgiveness mean that it never happened? Can I settle into a life with her again, outside of all the pain?