Pieces on Earth by Cathy Bryant

Author:Cathy Bryant
Language: eng
Format: epub
Tags: christmas, secret, redemption, novella, peace on earth, navy pilot, little girl, peace of god, gospel story, broken pieces
Publisher: Cathy Bryant

Chapter Twelve

Liv and Darcy stood in a tiny group of people as the Navy plane that bore the body of Mike Ugarich touched down. Though it was mid-November and the skies were cloudy, the temps were mild and balmy. Liv glanced over to where Debbie stood, dressed in black and her head lowered. Though surrounded by soldiers, it didn't appear that any family members had come to support her during this time. Liv's heart wrenched within her chest, and she raised her right hand to the area and let it rest there.

The plane taxied to a stop. What if Debbie didn't want them there? Would this only make matters worse between them?

A few minutes later, the honor guard stepped in perfect synchronization as they bore the body of a fallen comrade. They stopped in front of Debbie, who reached out to place her hand on the casket. As her friend leaned her head back to scan the cloud-covered sky, her gaze met Liv's. A grateful smile tugged at sad lips that were perfectly made up, but did nothing to cover the pain her friend certainly felt.

A weight lifted from Liv's shoulders. Maybe this small act of being present for a tough time was enough to bring Debbie around.

After the flag ceremony, they all moved to a small chapel for a brief memorial service, and only afterwards did Darcy and Liv have the opportunity to speak with Debbie.

The grieving woman's red-rimmed eyes held apology. "Thank you both for being here." She clasped Liv's hands in her own gloved hands. "I'm so sorry for the way I treated you, Liv. I know you were only trying to help."

Liv tried to respond, but the lump in her throat wouldn't permit it. Then without warning, a ferocious cramp in her lower abdomen doubled her over, both hands clasping her gut. A groan she couldn't contain escaped her lips. Lord, please don't take this baby from me.

"What's wrong?" Darcy had knelt down to make eye contact. Debbie joined her and held Liv's right arm.

This was no time for secrets. "I'm pregnant. I think you need to take me to the emergency room."

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