Pike
My heart throbs in my chest as the echo of the voices fade away. I stand still for a moment, the enormity of my decision weighing on me like a mountain. It’s a terrible decision, one I wouldn’t wish upon anyone, and yet, it’s a decision I made willingly for the sake of the ones I love.
With a sudden burst of energy, I push myself off the tree’s bark. The scent of pine and earth fills my nose as I start making my way back to our house. On my way, I can’t help but glance at each tree, wondering if they spirits are watching me - wondering if they approved of my choice or simply found it amusing.
When I arrive at our house, Cinder is outside with the triplets, their laughter filling the air. Seeing them completely oblivious to the dark path fate has put us on sends a pang of sorrow thr
