Robert didn't know what to do besides hold Gabby. Later, if she had trouble sleeping he might try soothing her with his siren abilities but he didn't think it was fair to numb her pain. She had lost her mother and that should hurt. The sound of her crying though broke his heart and he was glad that holding her close to him seemed to ease her pain somewhat.

"Mama said she might have to go to heaven some day. To help God take care of the babies. And I had to stay and take care of you. But I miss my Mama," Gabby sobbed, sniffling against his chest. Robert just contingued to rock her and run his fingers through his hair.

"I know you do, princess. And it's okay to miss her."