I Know
By Bren Ren
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"What I was going to say was—"
"I know."
Their eyes locked, and the game of silent communication commenced.
What I was going to say was… I don't want to lose you. A whimper just barely choked back.
I know. A single swallow, brief and hard.
What I was going to say was... I'd rather die than lose you, too. A short sigh.
I know. An answering sigh.
What I was going to say was… I love you. A tilt of the head.
I know. A dip of the head.
What I was going to say was… Don't you dare die on me now. A meeting of the eyes, strong and fierce.
I know. Eyes locked, hackles raised.
What I was going to say was… I need you. Desperation.
I know. Resolution.
What I was going to say was… Please don't die. A plea.
I know. Acceptance.
"C'mere." An embrace, as though their very lives depended on it.
Only fate, time, duty, honor, regulations, and commitments held them apart.
