Chapter 1932

Patricia leaned close to Jack's ear when no one was around and whispered, "Jack, hold me, please? I really want you to hold me." His voice was firm. "Patricia, don't do this. Please." "Ever since I was a kid, I've had this one wish—to have someone just hold me. Can't you at least give me that?" He slipped an arm around her waist, meaning nothing more by it. But she shook her head. "No! Not like this!" "Then how?" Blushing, she murmured, "Carry me! Like a princess! My legs won't work anymore!" "No way," he refused flatly. Suddenly, she plopped onto the ground. "Oh no, I think I twisted my ankle." He sighed in resignation and had no choice but to reach for her. Patricia smiled sweetly as he lifted her into his arms. Nestled against his chest, she whispered, "Jack… what if I'd met you before Bella? Would things be different?" Her arms tightened around his neck. She pressed her ear to his chest, listening to the steady rhythm of his heartbeat. Jack's car was parked in a quiet c