[Mercy is a blessing in this world - one bright spot in all the dark. Since things fell apart, all of Alfie's happy or relaxing moments had involved her in some way, and he knows it's the same for Royce. Whether it's finding her little gifts in abandoned stores, giving her a chance to run around and play in secluded areas, or lying with her in the backseat and picking out shapes in the clouds that roll by, making sure she's safe and happy keeps them focused. It's a driving goal. And it's certainly not fear for himself that has Alfie worried now.
He tucks the blanket more securely around her shoulders, closing his eyes as he cuddles her close. Royce is right. He needs to find a way to sleep despite the knot of anxiety in his stomach, because tomorrow's driving will all be on him.
And if something happens in the night, Royce will wake him up.]
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He tucks the blanket more securely around her shoulders, closing his eyes as he cuddles her close. Royce is right. He needs to find a way to sleep despite the knot of anxiety in his stomach, because tomorrow's driving will all be on him.
And if something happens in the night, Royce will wake him up.]