Jane Sampson looked toward James Carter standing at the back and called him, "Brother!"
Just this clear and resonant call of 'Brother' made James Carter's body tremble slightly.
Jane Sampson saw the guilt and self-blame on James Carter's face.
"Jane," James Carter called her softly, his lips trembling, but eventually he said, "I'm glad you're okay."
Glad she is still alive.
Glad she is still living healthily.
Otherwise, he could never forgive himself, nor face her radiant smile, for a lifetime.
"Brother, you are the best brother in the world." Jane Sampson smiled, "Thank you for still trying to protect me in the face of danger, thank you, Brother."
If it weren't for James Carter delaying time for her, she might not have had the time to kick her purse under the car.
