Katherine
The atmosphere was solemn as I walked past people demurely dressed. There was no music but I could almost imagine a quiet piano playing at a far distance. Clutching onto my shirt, I refused myself from shedding more tears.
I walked up to her open coffin and saw her dressed in a white gown, even in death, she was beautiful. I wasn't there for her, I could've been stronger. She fought for me and I couldn't do anything to save her.
I had to watch her die just as I watched my family die.
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“Lily!” I jerked up abruptly, screaming out her name and hoping she was right there. It felt like a nightmare had happened.
I raised my hands to my cheek to feel the warm tears that dropped down.
Then I began to take note of my environment. Hospital, again.
I could never forget the sm
