If this is the last time, let me say it so you never forget. I will always love you, Deuce. No matter where souls go, mine will be looking for you, solnyshko moyo." "No. I want a promise instead. Promise you'll fight like you never have, so when the dying stops, you'll be on your feet looking for me here." "I swear.
Ann AguirreSometimes it felt as if all happiness came at a price. You could never, ever, have perfection. Life gave you beauty so you could bear the pain.
Ann AguirreIf so, I couldn't imagine how the opposite gender managed to get out of bed in the morning. They might be lovely to look at, but clear thinking wasn't their strong point.
Ann AguirreWe stand a professional distance apart, as if I canโt feel his pain screaming in my head. Mine amplifies his; they share a joint soundโthat of glass breakingโuntil they swell to a crescendo that deafens.
Ann AguirreRight now, I wish Iโd stayed because I want you at my side. That sounds pretty selfish, but I donโt mean it that way. You just never needed me that way; I said it to you once as I was leavingโthat you love me, but you donโt need me. You donโt lean. But I admire that about you, and I could use some of your strength right now.
Ann Aguirre