ALANA

I clenched my hands around William’s when I realized what was happening.

My tears fell but I did not open my eyes and continued calling for William’s name.

“My love… William, it’s me, Alana. Please, come back to me, my love. Please, fulfill your promise to me.”

The stench of more fresh blood coming from Francine assaulted my senses but I continued shutting my eyes even when all I wanted to do is to stop it all.

“Alana, do not stop calling for his name. William needs you now. Please, I can almost sense him. I can see him now. Please, call for his name again.”

I let out...