The Phoenix Overture

by ICRepresentative

A series of five drabbles inspired by the recent V For Vendetta movie. V and Evey perspectives on the chain of events leading to the revolution, following a musical theme.

5. Reprise: Con Fuoco

Disclaimer: It isn't mine, but some day I'll have the DVD in my hands.

A/N: The fifth and final drabble, 100 words, second day. V's viking funeral. Freedom! Forever!

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Reprise (Con Fuoco)

I hold you in my arms and watch you die. There is nothing I can do, nothing I can give to save you.

But you call my words beautiful and slip away from the pain.

I feel as though my heart is consumed by fire, and my tears are flames. I remember you. I will always remember you. But I wish - I wish! - I could bring you back.

I may not be able to, but I can at least do this for you.

Tonight, I will give you the burial you deserve. A burial worthy of a phoenix.