I look at the remaining liquid. There is not enough for both of us and the next batch is several days away. I want to stay here with Will, but I’m so tired. I want to sleep forever. I sit still for a moment with my head pounding. I slide from my seat and take the girl her drink.
I don’t say anything to Will, but Robert realises soon after I do. He lets me keep working until I can no longer stand. I slump to the ground with my arms spread out by my sides hoping the world will stop spinning.
Robert takes hold of one clammy hand. I’ve seen many people suffer from hallucinations before they die. I need to tell him something while I can still think.
“I’ll be gone soon,” I say.
* * *
“She’s crashing. Stand clear.” Bright lights shine in my eyes. I can feel bodies pressing around me and for
