Jaxon stood frozen, his face a picture of shock and horror as he watched Ruby crumble right

before his eyes.

His gaze was fixed upon her as he fought with all the overwhelming emotions that were brewing within him.

He couldn’t believe what he just heard. How is it possible that something so big was happening

and he didn’t have a clue?

Jaxon felt like a failure and Ruby’s cries got louder. His hands trembled as he felt the need to

console and protect her. His heart ached as tears kept streaming down her face, and the sound of her sobs pierced his heart.

Jaxon’s heart started beating rapidly, the...