Cyrus Hargrave

**A Heart-to-Heart, Son** On the final day of the Christmas break, a group of mates decided to hit the ice rink.

**A Failed Operation** Edward didn’t step out of the car—he half-fell from it. Only three routine surgeries

The air is crisp and biting outside. Emily dashes home from school to escape the cold, her breath forming

The Prophecy “Come on, don’t sulk at me. You’ll love it there—the sea, the beach, the sunshine,”

**Never Again** After work, Helen popped into the shop. She couldn’t be bothered to cook, but Lily still

**The Unloved Daughter** I was almost home when my phone rang in my bag. I pulled it out and answered

Margaret woke up late. No need to rush—retired seven years now, no one left to care for. Might as well

Gran taught him a lesson he’d always remember Our gran had always been the heart of our family.

Emily pulled up outside her mother-in-law’s house half an hour early and glanced at her watch.

I Passed Out at a Family Gathering Because My Husband Refused to Help with Our Newborn My husband and