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                                         Chapter 27

                                     Killing Loneliness

               Michael sat in his dark bedroom and stared at the floor. The door opened and Jen stuck her head in, "Hey, dinner's on the table and we're going to watch a movie if you want to join us..." She flashed a quick, friendly smile then disapeared back to the kitchen. He looked back at the floor and sighed.

   Michael entered the kitchen an glanced at the full plate on the table. Tyler giggled at the movie and Jen laughed at Tyler's giggle. Michael sat down at the table, "Is it poisoned?" Jen looked over at Michael. He winked, "That was a joke." She smiled and looked back at the movie. Michael started eating his dinner and glanced at Tyler and Jen occasionally. The light above him reflected off his wedding rings. He stared at them and watched as the light shimmered. Jen and Tyler's laughter snapped him out of the daze. Michael pushed his plate away. "Something wrong?" Jen asked, looking over at him. He shrugged, "I'm not that hungry..." "Oh, okay..." She rose, "I'll wrap it up for you." Michael rose from his chair, "I can do it myself." Jen shrugged, " I'll do it." She reached over, grabbed the plate and walked over to the counter. Michael walked over and leaned against the counter top, "Can we talk?" Jen wrapped the plate and stuck it in the fridge. She grasped Michael's hand and led him to the living room. They sat on the couch next to Tyler. "Jen..." Michael whispered, " I'm sorry..." She sighed, "It's fine." "No, "He shook his head, " It's not fine... I love you, you know that right?" Jen nodded, " Yes, I love you too." Michael kissed her cheek then looked at Tyler, " I know you're mad at me Tyler but I love you too..." Tyler looked at him, " I love you too daddy..." Michael smiled and let out a sigh of relief. Jen laughed and patted Michael's hand.

  Like always, the movie ended and everyone was asleep but Michael. He laughed to himself and rose. First, he lifted Tyler and carried him to his room. Then, he kissed Tyler's forehead and returned to the living room for Jen. Her eyes slowly opened and she sat up, "Did I fall asleep?" "You both did, "Michael laughed, " I just put Tyler to bed..." She nodded, " Great." Jen rose and started to walk past him. "Jen, " Michael grabbed her arm, "I can carry you." She smiled, " Thanks prince charming but I can walk..." He slightly nodded, " Okay, goodnight then." Michael sat on the couch. Jen frowned, " Arent you going to bed?" He shook his head, " Not if I can't wrap my arms around you tonight and wake up with you next to me..." She sighed, "Michael, I just need some time..." "For what?" He asked, " To decide if you want to be with me or not?" "No." Jen muttered, " Michael, I'm just confused.... thats all." "Confused about what?" Michael's voice started to rise with frustration. She rubbed her neck, "I don't know, I'm just having mixed emotions..." "What, are you pregnant?" Michael slightly laughed. Jen narrowed her eyes, "I'm glad that's funny to you!" He shrugged, " It would explain alot..." She rolled her eyes, " I'm tired, I'm going to bed." "I would take her death back..." Michael muttered. Jen paused and looked back at him, "What did you just say?" He looked up at her with tears in his eyes, " Hailey and I never got into fights... these stupid little arguments that we're having..." She frowned, " I'm sorry I'm not perfect like she was!" Michael rose and nodded, " You should be." "You're a heartless bastard..." Jen cried and started walking back to her bedroom. "I wouldn't be if my x wife didn't take my heart with her when she died!!" He snapped. Jen stormed back down the hallway, "Oh, what an excuse!" Michael shook his head, " No, it's the truth..." Tears rolled down his cheek, "I miss her Jen... I know that's not what you want to hear ..." She looked away. " She's all I think about now." He explained. Jen held up her hand , "Can you please stop?" Michael frowned, "Please don't cry.. I didn't mean to hurt you Jen it's just... I can't stop loving her and I can't stop thinking about her either..." She nodded, " It's fine Michael, you don't need to explain." He stepped forward and she stepped back. "Jen.." Michael whispered. "Goodnight Michael." Jen muttered and walked away. Michael bowed his head and rubbed his neck. He grabbed his car keys and left.

 Jen shut her bedroom door and sank to the floor. She curled into a ball and cried into her knees.

 Michael pulled out of the driveway and sped down the street. He wiped tears from his eyes and switched gears, increasing speed.

 Tyled opened his eyes and looked at a picture of his mom and dad. "Daddy..." He frowned.

 A loud horn blew as Michael sped through a intersection. The headlights blurred in Michael's eyes and his mustang slammed into a semi truck. "Tyler!" Michael cried right before impact.