I passed Jerry on the way out of the living room and immediately ran to him, seeking for a much needed hug. His face broke into a concerned one and he wrapped his arms around my trembling body.

I haven't seen him since I got here but I was relieved that he was there when I was about to have a melt-down. He had been a father figure to me and I probably needed that the most right now.

'Oh Case, I'm so sorry." Jerry whispered in a broken voice that mirrored how I felt. I simply ...