“Come visit,” I say into his chest. “All the time.” “We will, Kiddo,” he says, leaning down to place a kiss on my cheek and he releases me into the arms of my brother. “It’s been good having you here,” he tells me. “It’s going to be so quiet. The rooms are yours. Come visit any time.” I squeeze him tightly, finally losing the battle as the tears flow into his chest. “Let me know the date of the coronation as soon as you have it and we’ll be there,” he says, kissing the top of my head. “Nothing will keep us away.” He releases me and I turn around, not looking up, and walk over to the car. Seth lifts a carseat out, allowing me to climb in and then places it back securely. We had previously agreed I would sit in the back between the pups and he would be upfront with Gus. I sob i

