The last line kept drawing him back.
He glared at the smudged writing on the page. Remembering the weakness that had pervaded his being that last night.
Even though he had been sure of his actions… even though he had been resolute and committed to his beliefs…
There was always that weakness.
That line… it echoed the thoughts of a boy, uncertainly taking his first steps to his destiny.
I don't think I can do this. I'm not strong enough.
And now...reading those words once more, Dark Ace wondered if those faded words had been an omen.
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Author's Note: Total word count: 97