Jamie gently wrapped his arms around her. “I’m so glad you’re okay.” He kissed her cheek. “Love you, Cadence.”

“I love you, too,” she said, returning the kiss. He took a step back and smiled at her before heading off toward the mountain.

Cassidy hugged her sister a little more tightly than the doctor had. “Don’t you ever die on me again.”

“I won’t. You neither. I love you, little sister.”

“I know.” Cassidy giggled at her own smart remark. “I love you, too.” Cadence kissed the top of her sister’s head, and Cassidy let her go, stepping back to wait for Brandon.

“Good job getting the monster.” Brandon’s hug...