Chapter 138

"No need," Zachary refused firmly. "You stay home with Mommy Jessie and Cody. I can manage on my own." ... Zane and the others arrived at the busy hospital. Willow was very nervous. She held my hand tightly, her eyes fixed ahead. I asked, "Don't you want to see your grandparents?" Without a second thought, Willow replied, "I do!" I could sense her tension. Zane had already parked in front of the hospital room. I squatted down and gently patted her back. "But you look like you're not very happy." Only then did Willow turn to look at me. I asked softly, "Can you tell Mommy why?" Willow kept her head down. I smiled and said, "It's okay if you don't want to talk about it." "I'll tell Mommy when we get home tonight." Willow's voice was very soft. I'd get a better sense of the issue if she were willing to share, and it would be easier for me to help her open up. I ruffled her hair. "Okay." Zane waited until we finished our exchange before pushing the door open. Willow follow