Taking a good look at Jeremy’s gaze, she found it akin to the one from years ago.

It looked like anger when in truth he was scared, afraid, and worried.

Madeline was surprised by her revelation.

“Are you alright, Linnie?” Jeremy asked softly as he helped Madeline up.

“I’m alright.” Madeline straightened her shirt. “I’d like to go back and take care of Grandfather.”

“I’ll bring you there.”

“Okay.” Madeline did not reject him.

On the way back, Madeline’s mind was plagued with Jeremy’