"Then let me help you," she said, her voice strong and sure. "Let me share the burden. Let me be by your side. Let's figure this out together. Like we always have."
I looked at her, her eyes filled with determination and love, and something broke inside of me. I pulled her into a hug I didn't know I needed, my shoulders breaking from the burden I've had to carry.
I kissed her forehead, the scent of her hair filling my nose, bringing a sense of peace and calmness. She was right. We were stronger together. We always have been.
"Thank you," I whispered into her hair.
"That's what families are for," she replied, her voice a gentle hum.
For the first time in days, a small glimmer of hope flickered in my chest. Although, there was no reason to be hopeful but having the best support system,
