The Envelope That Changed Everything

be mad at you,” he said. “Whatever happened, it is not your fault. Do you hear me? Not your fault.”

Owen made a small sound that might have been agreement, might have been pain.

William pressed on. “Come to me, buddy. I’m right here. I will protect you.”

There was a pause, long enough that William’s heart pounded in his ears.

Then Owen began to crawl out.continue reading …