71. Can We Talk?
Michelle
Two days have passed and there are still no signs that Ryan will be released. Even though I didn't press charges against him, since it's an ongoing investigation, the case is being pursued officially.
"Will he be okay?" My daughter asks softly, and the truth is, I don't have a clear answer for her.
Dylan assured me that he's made sure Ryan is comfortable, but I can't help imagining how hard it must be to spend a night, and now several, behind those cold walls. Prison is not a place one can associate with the word "comfort."
"I hope he will be," I say with as much calm as I can muster. "I sent him some toiletries and a blanket. I hope that has helped him somewhat, that at least he's not too uncomfortable."
I couldn't be cruel to him. I don't believe in repayi
