I didn't know how to answer for a moment.

Harry and Carter looked alike, no doubt born to Carter and me; and Jacqueline looked like me, and Adam told me that Jacqueline was the daughter we had had together.

"Mommy, Mommy."

Hearing Harry's cry brought me back to my senses.

"Harry, mommy promises you that she will always and forever be with Harry and will never leave Harry alone." I promised solemnly.

Harry blinked his big, pure eyes and nodded, "Mom, keep your word, don't leave Harry alone again."

"Well, I promise."

I held out my finger and Harry pulled the hook.

The little one then went to sleep at...