I nod, understanding the need for them to move as quickly as another pain hits. Seth promptly calls out to Lily as he, also, takes a deep breath.
“I didn’t think about you being able to feel my pain,” I tell him with a sad smile after it passes. “I’m sorry.”
He chuckles a bit. “I didn’t think about it, either. It hurts so bad, and I know I’m only feeling it slightly compared to you.”
“Walking can help things move along more quickly,” I tell him. “I know it’s not exactly safe, but they haven’t crossed yet. Can I please go walk outside? We can send Alex to the border so he won’t be here.”
Seth pushes his free hand through his hair and looks at me with sad eyes. “Give me just a moment to check.” He gets up and walks out, leaving the door cracked. I can hear him talking, letting
