He stood up, took the book, and uttered softly, “Thank you.”

Quincy smiled. “I know you’ll miss this book, so I brought it over for you.”

“Thanks….”

James nodded lightly and looked at her apologetically. “I’m sorry…”

Quincy’s pretty lips were curved in a smile as she waved off his apology, saying calmly, “It’s okay. It really is. I already told you that I’d respect whatever decision you make.”

She let out a small sigh. “Thea has it pretty rough. The whole world turned against her after her