Chapter 235 Almost An Apology, Almost Forgiveness

Eventually, it comes time for Carrie to leave. She holds Mia for as long as she is able, to which Mia seems content with. But Archer’s continuous watch-checking, Neil’s apologetic interruptions, and Beau’s annoyed throat-clearing soon tell Carrie it’s time to let go. “I’ll be back for you, my precious angel,” Carrie whispers to Mia. I’m close enough to hear though I pretend not to. She kisses Mia’s face, then her little hands. With a barely constrained sob, she hands Mia over to Beau.