Lila's Pov
I wrapped my arms around my knees in the guest room. Like a broken doll, I rocked back and forth, hugging myself, sitting against the hard bed frame.
The whole night went by like that. Memories of Griffin, the way we were, kept flashing in my mind. And then the image of what he is now... it was like a knife twisting in my gut.
I had to face it, the Griffin I loved was gone. All that's left is a man who seems to hate me more than anything.
I am weak. The thought echoed in my head.
"Mommy?"
I quickly wiped my tears away. I forced a smile and turned towards my son.
"Look who's awake," I said, standing up and sitting on the edge of the bed. Keith gave me a big hug. He always knows when I need it. His hugs always make me feel a little better, a little stronger.
I really didn’
