That one thought echoed in Alexis' head.

      Maybe, just maybe things could still be salvaged? Whether it was her heart or her pride talking, Alexis knew not. All she did know was that the thought of a life spent alone, without anyone to love or, more importantly, to love her, terrified her.

      True, she still had Stefan.

      But after her betrayal regarding Nikolas, things were never the same between them. How ironic that Jerry had been right. Family didn't mean anything to her.

      And still in spite of her shortcomings, he had loved her.

     It was with that thought in mind that Alexis allowed the fresh tears to run their course.

      And once they were dried, she took off in search of Jerry.