I'm everything I am
because you loved me

- 'Because You Love Me' by Celine Dion

ABCs of Love


Loss

L is for Loss (Spoilers for Lost Son)


Eric waited until everyone at the cemetery had abandoned the area; he stood frozen as thoughts passed behind his eyes like shadows that haunted him. However, he was not alone.

He felt a hand clamp on his shoulder.

Horatio watched him with a thoughtful gaze as he spoke softly, "It's time." Eric pursed his lips as he nodded slowly.

Quietly, he moved forward then dropped to his knees, as if the weight of his agony was enough to drag him down. Eric swallowed hard, voice quavering as he spoke. "I miss you..."

A lone tear escaped his eyes as he touched his lips with his fingers before placing them over the headstone in silence.

Horatio stood soundlessly behind him, watching the scene in deep thought. It was a painful sight.

Delko struggled upward, his body felt weak and tired. He stared at the name carved upon the headstone.

"Goodbye, Speedle."

FIN.