[ Of all the possible answers Krouse was expecting, this wasn't even close to one of them. It's honest and vulnerable and brave, and she doesn't know she's wasting all of it on someone who isn't even real.
A faded pang of guilt comes easy and already tired, a ghost curling up in a dusty corner of his chest. He can deal with it. He always does. ]
It's not all on you to figure out. I know you know that, but for the record, I don't think anyone is expecting it out of you, either. And if they are, they're a dick.
And speaking for myself, I'm responsible for me. I won't turn down a timely arrow, if the occasion arises, but in case I was on the list, go ahead and take me off. I'll get myself sorted out.
I'm sorry about your friend. Glad you got her back.
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A faded pang of guilt comes easy and already tired, a ghost curling up in a dusty corner of his chest. He can deal with it. He always does. ]
It's not all on you to figure out. I know you know that, but for the record, I don't think anyone is expecting it out of you, either. And if they are, they're a dick.
And speaking for myself, I'm responsible for me. I won't turn down a timely arrow, if the occasion arises, but in case I was on the list, go ahead and take me off. I'll get myself sorted out.
I'm sorry about your friend. Glad you got her back.