He had never removed it since Diana died.
Slowly, he slipped it off.
A pawn shop nearby stayed open late. He could sell the ring, purchase Ashley’s prescription, and return before she fell asleep.
He knelt beside her.
“Sweetheart, Daddy needs to get your medicine. I’ll be back in thirty minutes.”
Ashley hugged Buddy.
“Can I come?”
“Not in this rain, baby. Stay warm and lock the door. I’ll knock three times when I return.”
He held her tightly.
“Remember something, Ashley. Everything I do is because I love you.”
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