Chapter 45: Who Killed Doris? (E)

“Oh my God!” She said slowly as she put the little girl down. “Claire? You’re really awake?” She came over to me immediately, hugging me, looking at me; observing everything.

“You’re awake and you’re up?” She turned to Reggie and back to me. “Shouldn’t you be in bed? Are you really okay?” I could very well tell she was surprised and excited and she just couldn’t get enough of me.

“I’m okay, Emma. I’m so happy to see you.” She laughed amid tears, finally hugging me.

“I’m more than happy to see your pretty eyes open again; and your smile.” We were just laughing and crying when suddenly Shelby shrieked.

“Aww, shoot!” Emma exclaimed as she moved away from me to pick Shelby up and console her.

“Why is she suddenly crying?” I asked.

“Because her mama is crying.” Reggie replied before Emma could. “Whenever Emma loses it and cries in front of her, Shelby echoes her. Mama-daughter goals.” Reggie teased. Emma only laughed nervously, still trying to calm Shelby down.