know that you must be carrying a deep pain within your heart, and I implore you to let it go. This is my destiny. I had the honor of raising a beautiful, kindhearted young woman who will go on to do great things.
I trust by now that you know that I was the guardian assigned to protect you. I want you to understand that while that may be true, I love you as my own, and you will forever remain my daughter. I hope this book gives you solace. A piece of me to carry with you to guide your way.
I do not claim to know the future, but I know someone who can help. Cassandra Park is a dear friend of mine who will help you through the days to come. Trust her as you have trusted me. I may no longer be with you, but I will always be in your heart. I love you my precious Bright Fire.
Love always,
Dad
My vision is blurring with the tears that threaten to spill over. If he had known something like this was going to happen, why didn't he run? Why die for me? Why die at all?
"Knock, knock." Alec's head peers through the door. He sees the sadness in my face. And turns red with chagrin. "Sorry, I'll go look for something over there." He points at a random spot.
"No, no. It's ok." I wipe at my eyes. "You should be used to this by now." I half smile. "It's all just too much you know. All of this over the course of such a short time would be hard for anyone to adjust to. I just can't help but wonder what is the point?"
"It will get better over time. Trust me I know. You said you wanted to know something about me. My parents died when I was seven. Car crash. It hurt for a long time but then I realized I still carried them with me here." He puts his hand over his heart. "Focus on that."
My jaw drops. It is probably the most sincere thing he’s said to me so far. It throws my brain for a loop. This boy is definitely full of surprises.
"Be careful or you'll catch flies with your mouth hanging open like that." He smirks.
I sort of laugh nervously. A laugh I'd never made before and smile. What the hell is happening? I look up into his gray eyes, and I’m drawn forward. He starts to lean toward me, and all of a sudden there is a thud. One of the books on the desk topple over, and I take this moment to clear my senses. I so can’t be doing this right now.
I step back awkwardly. "Um, I'm going to go grab some things. I’ll only be a minute." My heart is racing, and I turn and head towards the stairs. I do not want to be one of those clichés that fall in love with her savior or whatever. If I’m going to get a boyfriend, it isn’t going to be like this.
I trod up the stairs and veer to the left into my room. Standing alone in my bedroom I feel weird to be back here, yet comforted at the same time. It’s hard to reconcile the pain and the joy. Almost like I’m two different people. I trail my fingers along my desk. Eventually, I’ll have to come back and pack this stuff up.
It’s time to say goodbye for now. I pull out my duffle bag and start to throw random items of clothing in it. I stop, because I realize where I’m going be staying. I take everything out and check it. The silk pajamas have to go. This time I methodically go through my drawers and pick out enough clothing for three days. Flannel pajama bottoms, faded jeans, and band T-shirts.
I go to the bathroom wash my face and brush my teeth packing up the items as I go. Now that I have everything in hand, it’s time to go. My nerves are frayed, and I can use a good night’s rest. I can’t find Alec downstairs. Panicking, I race from room to room. I’m afraid to call out his name and draw attention to myself, in case we aren't alone. Reaching the living room, I let out a sigh of relief. Alec is on the couch fast asleep. It’s quite adorable how he sleeps with his mouth hanging wide open. Gonna catch flies that way, I think to myself. Well, it can't hurt to stay the night. I don't have the heart to wake him up.
I go back up to my room. I feel a little wired, so I decide to
I trust by now that you know that I was the guardian assigned to protect you. I want you to understand that while that may be true, I love you as my own, and you will forever remain my daughter. I hope this book gives you solace. A piece of me to carry with you to guide your way.
I do not claim to know the future, but I know someone who can help. Cassandra Park is a dear friend of mine who will help you through the days to come. Trust her as you have trusted me. I may no longer be with you, but I will always be in your heart. I love you my precious Bright Fire.
Love always,
Dad
My vision is blurring with the tears that threaten to spill over. If he had known something like this was going to happen, why didn't he run? Why die for me? Why die at all?
"Knock, knock." Alec's head peers through the door. He sees the sadness in my face. And turns red with chagrin. "Sorry, I'll go look for something over there." He points at a random spot.
"No, no. It's ok." I wipe at my eyes. "You should be used to this by now." I half smile. "It's all just too much you know. All of this over the course of such a short time would be hard for anyone to adjust to. I just can't help but wonder what is the point?"
"It will get better over time. Trust me I know. You said you wanted to know something about me. My parents died when I was seven. Car crash. It hurt for a long time but then I realized I still carried them with me here." He puts his hand over his heart. "Focus on that."
My jaw drops. It is probably the most sincere thing he’s said to me so far. It throws my brain for a loop. This boy is definitely full of surprises.
"Be careful or you'll catch flies with your mouth hanging open like that." He smirks.
I sort of laugh nervously. A laugh I'd never made before and smile. What the hell is happening? I look up into his gray eyes, and I’m drawn forward. He starts to lean toward me, and all of a sudden there is a thud. One of the books on the desk topple over, and I take this moment to clear my senses. I so can’t be doing this right now.
I step back awkwardly. "Um, I'm going to go grab some things. I’ll only be a minute." My heart is racing, and I turn and head towards the stairs. I do not want to be one of those clichés that fall in love with her savior or whatever. If I’m going to get a boyfriend, it isn’t going to be like this.
I trod up the stairs and veer to the left into my room. Standing alone in my bedroom I feel weird to be back here, yet comforted at the same time. It’s hard to reconcile the pain and the joy. Almost like I’m two different people. I trail my fingers along my desk. Eventually, I’ll have to come back and pack this stuff up.
It’s time to say goodbye for now. I pull out my duffle bag and start to throw random items of clothing in it. I stop, because I realize where I’m going be staying. I take everything out and check it. The silk pajamas have to go. This time I methodically go through my drawers and pick out enough clothing for three days. Flannel pajama bottoms, faded jeans, and band T-shirts.
I go to the bathroom wash my face and brush my teeth packing up the items as I go. Now that I have everything in hand, it’s time to go. My nerves are frayed, and I can use a good night’s rest. I can’t find Alec downstairs. Panicking, I race from room to room. I’m afraid to call out his name and draw attention to myself, in case we aren't alone. Reaching the living room, I let out a sigh of relief. Alec is on the couch fast asleep. It’s quite adorable how he sleeps with his mouth hanging wide open. Gonna catch flies that way, I think to myself. Well, it can't hurt to stay the night. I don't have the heart to wake him up.
I go back up to my room. I feel a little wired, so I decide to
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