Stepping out of the room, Julius hit his father’s contact, knowing full well the old man would be waiting for his phone call. He wasn’t disappointed as Augustus picked up on the first ring, “Julius.”
“Hey, dad,” Julius answered. “How long before you land?”
“Still another hour,” Augustus grunted.
He always hated the distance separating him from his family. It was especially difficult when the kids were little. Augustus hated missing even one moment of their lives. He flew out as often as time and business allowed, but it was never enough.
“You still at the hospital?” Augustus asked. Julius had already texted them the name and address of the hospital, which meant a two-hour drive before they would meet up after they landed.
“Yeah, Aria just woke up.”
“Thank god for that. She’s all righ
