What Should I Say?

by 2lieutenant

Moffitt does not know what to tell his mom.

1. Chapter 1

What should I say? Christina thought. Whatever I say will sound callous.

Behind her Hitch comforted Moffit, "It's alright, Sarge. You did your best to protect her."

"I know, but I promised Mom I'd look after her. She was one of a kind."

Christina hugged him. "It's alright, Jack. Your Mom will be glad you're okay, at least."

"I should have seen that bullet coming. I should have."

Tully took his matchstick out of his mouth. "Christina's right. Your mother will be doubly glad you're safe. You were awfully close to getting hit yourself."

Troy nodded, "We'll get you a new one."

Moffit looked up and glared at Troy. "How could you say such a thing? She's irreplaceable."

"I'm sorry, Moffit."

"What am I going to tell Mom?"

"Just tell her the truth. You got shot at and her pet cricket she got from China died," replied Hitch.