Chapter 28 - A Promise Kept
Later that night, Marcus walked with Chloe along the tranquil stone paths of the Boston Public Garden[cite: 7].
A gentle autumn breeze rustled through the oak trees as the city streetlights reflected off the pond water[cite: 7].
"Daddy, do you think Mommy is looking down on us from heaven?" Chloe asked softly, holding his hand[cite: 7].
Marcus stopped, kneeling down to look into his daughter's sparkling eyes[cite: 7].
"I know she is, sweetheart. And she is so incredibly proud of how brave you are," Marcus answered softly[cite: 7].
Chloe smiled, placing a small red maple leaf into Marcus's coat pocket[cite: 7].
"I'm not scared anymore, Daddy. Because I know you'll always protect me."[cite: 7]
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Marcus hugged her close, swearing an silent, eternal oath to keep her safe forever[cite: 7].
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