That which does not kill us makes us stronger.
Friedrich Nietzsche
Chapter 1 : A simple call can change a life.
Pittsburg, Day 1
"Yeah?"
"Brian? This is Jennifer Taylor."
"Mother Taylor, to what do I owe the pleasure?" Brian replied in the teasing tone he always used when talking to Justin's mother.
"Hmm… I'm calling because… hmm… it's about Justin."
"Is he alright?"
"…"
" Jennifer?" Brian asked, not able to cover the fear ringing so obviously in his voice.
"Yes, he's fine, but this is about him not being fine soon."
"What are you talking about?"
"I don't really know how to tell you this so… I'm going to be blunt." Finally burst out Mrs. Taylor.
Brian waited impatiently, his heartbeat pulsing so rapidly he could feel his blood travelling in his veins.
"Justin's father had a heart attack last night and… he passed away."
"Shit" muttered a shocked Brian. "I'm… I'm sorry Jennifer."
"Thank you Brian. Look, I haven't called Justin yet, I was…I was thinking… I was wondering… I don't want him to be all alone when he'll hear this. I was hoping he would be with you and…"
"I'll be on the next plane."
"Oh, thank you, thank you. " a relieved Jennifer said.
"I appreciate you calling me."
"Please call me as soon as you're with him so I can…"
"Of course. "
"Ok, bye then."
"Bye Jennifer."
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