Fallen For Three by Jade Wilkes

Author:Jade Wilkes [Wilkes, Jade]
Language: eng
Format: epub
Published: 2024-05-24T00:00:00+00:00

MIKE

Approaching the grave with a heavy heart, I notice that the flowers in the vase have withered away. I carefully remove them and replace them with fresh, vibrant flowers. I kneel down and start pulling out the weeds that have grown around the grave, ensuring that every last one is gone. As I finish my task, I look at the headstone and softly say, “Hello, Hope.” It’s a small gesture, but it makes me feel like I’m still connected to my sister.

Leaning against the side of the grave, I take a deep breath and pause for a moment before speaking. “I hope you’re doing well,” I say softly, directing my words toward the peaceful resting place. “It’s been some time since I last visited, but you’ve been on my mind.” The cool breeze whispers through the trees and rustles the leaves, creating a serene atmosphere around me.

“I feel silly admitting it, but I’m eagerly looking forward to seeing your smiling face again. Sometimes I wonder, do you remain the same age as when you left this world or do you get to grow up and experience new things in heaven?”

Suddenly, a burst of movement catches my eye. A beautiful robin flies down from a tree and leaps onto the gravestone. Its feathers are vibrant and its movements are graceful as it pauses to look at me with curious eyes. For a moment, I am captivated by the sight, feeling a sense of awe and wonder. Then, a thought occurs to me. “Is that a sign, Hope?” I ask, glancing up at the sky and grinning.

The tiny robin perches atop it and it seems to be looking at me with curious eyes, as if it could sense my grief. I can’t help but whisper, “You were taken too soon, Hope. I’m sorry I couldn’t save you.”

The robin chirps melodiously and then takes flight, its wings flapping gracefully. I can’t help but scoff and shake my head in amusement. “I’ll take that as a goodbye, then,” I mutter, chuckling softly as I watch the bird disappear into the sky.

I whisper softly, “Hope, you’ll always be in my heart. I just wish I had protected you. I know you watch down on me each day. You must judge me for what I do to people. However, I will protect Tessie. I’ll do it right this time.” The words escape my lips, heavy with regret and sorrow.

If only I could turn back time and undo what had been done. But I can’t. All I have now is the memory of Hope, etched forever in my heart.

I can’t help but feel a surge of emotion. Memories of the past come flooding back and I reach into my wallet. My fingers brush against a small lock of Hope’s beautiful, red hair that I’ve carefully preserved. It’s a cherished keepsake that I carry with me everywhere I go.

I close my eyes and whisper, “I love you, Hope,” pressing my lips to my fingers and then gently placing them on the cold, hard surface of the gravestone.

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