by TheStoryTeller2342
First, thank you for reading and commenting. I appreciate it.
Second, I don't like to have my characters do a lot "Previously on..." explaining when it doesn't make sense in the flow of the narrative. I like to drop in on the characters wherever they are. At this point in the story, all that was necessary to share was that 3 years after the terrorist attack on Minnesota, Gary is recovering physically and mentally from the trauma that nearly killed him, and he's in love with Jessie and living with in a different state.
More will be explained as the story progresses. Even someone as stoic as Gary, he can't avoid thinking about or dealing with things forever, especially something as tragic as trying to save the love of his life from bleeding to death.
Thanks again for reading. I hope you enjoy the rest!