His eyes closed. "I'm so f*****g sorry."
He kissed her forehead again. “I should have protected you.”
His voice dropped to a whisper. A tear escaped despite his best effort.
He wiped it away with the back of his hand.
“I'm sorry, baby.”
He stayed there, holding her hand, until the machines and quiet breathing beside him became the only things keeping him grounded.
Eventually, he knew he had to leave.
Cole and Jace were waiting and Tmthey needed to know. Mason slowly stood.
He glanced at Sage one last time. “I'll be back.”
He started toward the door then stopped. Harper stood in the doorway.
Her eyes were swollen. Her face was blotchy from crying.
For once, she didn't have a sarcastic comment ready. Mason gave her a tired nod.
“Come inside.”
Harper walked in slowly. She approac
