Old Injuries, New Pain
“ Flora, please just let me speak, ” Adrian contended, his voice pulsing as he approached her in the quiet corridor of the barracks. The murmurs of the other soldiers faded into a heavy silence as he drew near.
Flora’s eyes remained distant, her tone cool and measured. “ Adrian, I’ve heard enough justifications. I’m not then to be assured by your regrets. ”
Adrian took a shaking breath," I know I have caused detriment that can not be undone, that my absence and neglect left scars I could not abolish. I am truly sorry, Flora. Each day since also, I have wished I had not let you down. I wish I could abolish the pain I have foisted."
Flora's reply was gentle hiss," remorse? Your words mean nothing to me now. They are empty monuments of pledges you noway kept."
Mari
