Surviving the Storm

by Melissa Brooks

John helps Marty get through the grief of losing Cole. Will John stay by Marty's side when he finds out what she is keeping from him?

3. Chapter 3

C: Comfort

After the funeral John drove Marty home. "Will you let me take care of you tonight? I could make you dinner."

"Okay," Marty stated as she opened the door. She was exhausted and she didn't have the energy to be angry with John. The truth was that she needed the comfort that only he could provide.

She went and laid down while he made steak and potatoes. "Marty, dinner's ready," he stated as he walked into the bedroom. They talked about their memories of Cole while they ate.

After dinner they watched a movie and Marty fell asleep. He carried her into the bedroom and put her in bed. "Don't go," Marty stated as he headed out the door.

"I'm not going anywhere...not as long as you need me. He climbed into bed beside her and wrapped her in his arms. "I promise that you'll get through this pain," he said as he kissed her forehead. She fell back asleep in the comfort of his arms.