We got to know each other better during the ride to the hospital.

“Um, what’s your name?” Joe asked rather awkwardly. “Oh! Emily. I’m sorry,” why didn’t I think to tell them my name?!
“Okay,” Joe said. “Well, I’m Joe, and this is Nick, and this is Kevin.” He pointed to each of his brothers. I just nodded and smiled. I was a crazed fan, but that was the last thing I wanted them to know.

“I can’t believe this happened,” I told them. I reviewed today’s happenings in my mind. And then I realized, Kevin had lifted me up when I had fallen, and I hadn’t even thanked him! What was wrong with me?!

“Kevin, I’m so sorry for not thanking you before. You picked me up when I fell. Thank you so much.” I could already feel a lump forming in my throat again.

Kevin just stared into my eyes and smiled. I wasn’t sure, but I think he was holding back tears.