What Doesn’t Kill You Makes You Stronger novel Chapter 47

I turned, my voice ice cold: "Look Hudson, you're officially the last face I ever wanted to see in this lifetime."

The pain hit his eyes hard. He gave this awkward nod: "Yeah... I found Noah's note. I know I messed up beyond fixing."

"I just... I wanted to see you. Just knowing you're alive, that's enough for me. How are you, Reese?"

"Without you around to destroy my life? Yeah, I'm great. I'd be even better if you never showed your face again."

He went ghost-white. Couldn't get a word out.

Finally, a bitter laugh:

"Knew that was coming. Still had this stupid hope, you know? Like maybe... but seeing your eyes now? That's it. I know I've lost you forever."

"Won't bug you anymore, promise. You gave up everything for me - your career, your dreams, fifteen years of your life."

They found him clutching the "Angel" pendant.

No one knew how he got it inside. Didn't matter anymore.

When I heard, I touched Noah's photo softly.

My angel could finally rest in peace.