PART 2 — “THE THING MONEY COULDN’T FIX”

wasn’t scary.

When had the world become something his children were afraid to touch?

“Can we do another one?” Ethan asked.

Rose glanced at Nathaniel.

Not asking permission.

Just… acknowledging him.

Nathaniel swallowed and gave a small nod.

“Yeah,” he said. “Go ahead.”

His voice sounded unfamiliar.

Softer.

Human.

They started again.

And this time—

Ethan didn’t look continue reading …