Matthew took two steps back and turned to look at Heather, who was still holding onto the tombstone. She alternated between crying and laughing, her hair disheveled, and her black clothes were smeared with dirt.

Just as Gale was about to walk toward her, Shawn held her back.

He said, "Don't go over. Heather might genuinely be insane or pretending, and she might hurt you."

"It's okay. You are here with me," Gale said.

"Gale..."

Her trust in him deeply moved him, but he was still worried. Sha