Everyone was numb after hearing Connor's words. Doris slowly turned to Tessa.

"Tessa? What is he saying?" Her heart was pounding so hard, and loud.

Tessa looked down at their hands. Doris hand was still trying to hold onto Tessa's own but it was shaking. She was so anxious and scared.

"Talk to me, Tessa. What is he saying?!" Doris half yelled, with her eyes bringing out tears.

Tessa looked at her. Her eyes were also building up tears.

"I'm sorry but believe it, It's the truth" Tessa muttered.

Doris inhaled deeply, letting her tears run down faster.

"Don't...let go of me... please,,, you promised" Tessa shook her head.

Doris...