Annabel's hands felt heavy with the folded paper. She took it from Fred with trembling fingers. The handwriting was hurried almost frantic and it was a note.
She felt a shock when she saw Carson's handwriting. Her nostrils caught. Slowly as though it might break she unfolded the paper. Initially the words were hazy. After that they became clear.
Dear Annabel
Please listen. I apologize.
I was mistaken. I was an i***t. I ought to have pursued you and told my mother to burn in hell. But I didn't. I didnt realize I already had everything but I was terrified of losing it all. The most significant aspect of my life was already gone.
I need you. I need you to help me do this. Please come back. I'm going to fix it. I'll defend you. I'll defend us. You are everything to me Annabel. You're
