Your Sunflower (But also Ikram’s and I hope you’ll forgive me to turn to someone else’s light).
October 2nd, 2023
Prudence,
My heart broke for you and your biological parents.
You’ve been stolen, and I can’t get over that fact.
Why won’t you talk to me about it? It’s been a few weeks since we found out, and I can’t stop thinking about it while you act like you’ve never learned the truth.
I’ll find them for you, even if it’s one of the last things I do.
I love you,
Your Sunflower.
October 7th, 2023
Prudence,
I’m running out of time.
Don’t blame yourself for going on that weekend trip with Nate. Even if you were here, I wouldn’t have told you.
Don’t blame Ikram either. It’s not his fault I’m not listening and can’t pace myself.
I’m not sure when, but I know I’ll be gone soon.
What is the saddest part of this whole story? Is it that I’m dying when I finally decide to live? Is it that because of it, I’m not only breaking your heart but also Ikram’s because you and I told each other that we deserve love? I don’t regret it.
I’m leaving surrounded by people that matter. People that I love. People that love me. I’m glad we ended up here and I know I’m leaving you in good hands.
You’re not the only one getting a few letters. They will all know too and I hope they’ll forgive me for hiding these lies. This darkness that took my mind for a long time. That desire to end it all.
They’ll know that I’ve pushed myself in their life even when I planned to leave them behind.
Forgive my selfish actions as I’ve only acted to make sure you end up exactly where you are now.
Find your way back.
I love you,
Your Sunflower.
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HOME
2 WEEKS LATER
Matthew: We’ve heard about your brother, we’re sorry for your loss.
Matthew: Nate looks miserable, so I can’t even imagine how you must feel.
Matthew: I hope he’staking care of you at home.
Matthew: Take care, and we can’t wait to see you again at the precinct
