Chapter 27
When dawn breaks, I’m still in the music room, trying to figure out my level of regret at sharing my plans with Leila. Whereas my intention to die is anything but impulsive, letting her read the letter very much was. And one thing she said last night has stuck with me.
Because I’ve included her in my plan, there is no more plan.
I’d be lying to myself if I didn’t admit there was some truth to it. Even though my only other option was to lie to Leila. Or worse, keep sleeping with her and end my life regardless. There was no winning solution. Just like I will never get my voice back.
Then there’s the memory of her. From what she told me about herself, I gather Leila will be fine now that we’re no longer seeing each other. I’m not sure I can even call it a break-up because it’s
