Emily has been asleep about half an hour. I gently slip off her bed where I've been cuddling her and kiss her on the forehead before I make my way downstairs. Her parents are still up. They call me over.
"Thank you" says her dad.
"What for?" I say.
"Being there for her. We know it's only been a few days but in that time you've treated her better than some people have ever treated her".
"It's been my pleasure" I say. "She's a beautiful person inside and out and I count myself lucky to know her".
I say goodnight and head across the road, setting my alarm for 8:00 so I can see her before she goes.
I tell the guys about the phonecall and what her father said.
"I'll text Angie and let her know" says Mike.
I head up to bed, hoping I'll sleep. I'm nervous for her.
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