Re: In the Church
Shine moved slowly towards the church, still holding tight to Mel's hand. Was she foolish? He'd never told her he loved her, forgotten her name at the most important time, why would he remember her after so long?. She could see two kids, kicking at the dirt but otherwise behaving fine. Something in her brain jangled as she she looked at them, but she didn't want to frighten them.
"Mel...he's not here." Her voice shook, tears springing to her eyes. "He was never here...I was never worth it..."