“Promise me they’ll know who I am, the real me, the one you once fell in love with.” I nod, our noses touching as our foreheads meet, tears falling down both of our cheeks, my face contorting in ways it never has before. “I’m sorry I couldn’t do more to help you.” Each breath shakes as I try to stop myself from hyperventilating. “I’m so... s... so sorry.” “You tried.” Closing my eyes, I take a deep breath and press my lips to his one last time.”
