84: Distraction Part 02

“Thank you,” I said, relief washing over me.  “It’s just…he…he pops up when I least expect it,” I explained, my voice still trembling slightly.  “And it’s…frightening.  I don’t want to be alone here.”

“I understand,” he said gently.  “No need to worry.  I’m not going anywhere.”

His kindness was ov...