"But sweetheart, what if it's not as bad as it seems? What if it's just a small event and everything will settle down soon?" she asked, her voice tinged with the kind of hope that broke my heart.
I told them about the meteorite heading toward the NASA satellite and explained how the governments of various countries were already deeply worried about it.
I carefully mentioned that this was insider information we had received because my close friend was involved in politics and had access to details that were not made public yet.
Mr. Ron and Miss Autumn listened in stunned silence, their faces filled with disbelief and worry.
I gave them a small, reassuring smile and said, "I understand it's a lot to take in. Please, you don't have to decide right now. Think it through, discuss it between yourselves, and let me know when you're ready. I will respect whatever decision you make."
But to my surprise, Mr. Ron didn't take much time to think.
