Zack
I rushed to Ben’s house as soon as I finished my work in the hospital. My heart was pounding in anticipation, my mind replaying Zim’s previous excitement. When I arrived, I saw him sprinting toward me.
“When does the night run start?” he shouted, practically vibrating with energy. Bibi and Ben glided through the door.
“He’s been waiting since lunch,” Ben said. “Practically vibrating. I made him eat spaghetti, but I doubt it’ll stay with him.”
Zim groaned. “No more food! I wanna run!”
I crouched, ruffling his hair. “Hold on buddy. Why don't you go out and play with Bibi first.Then we'll talk.”
Even as I spoke, I could feel the weight of what I was about to do pressing on my chest. Training him, guiding him, helping him understand his abilities… I knew it was necessary. And yet, t
