Chapter 4

I packed my suitcase and checked into a hotel for the night. In the days to come, I planned to spend time with Grandpa during his final moments. First thing in the morning, I called Greyson Reynolds. He sounded groggy, as if he was still in bed. After several prompts and getting Heidi to keep an eye on him, he finally managed to get up.

Greyson and I had prepared ourselves to handle Grandpa's questions during our visit to the hospital. I had previously introduced Max Pierce to Grandpa as my fiancé. To spare Grandpa any distress, I planned for…