do


    you


    Don’t look over at her. Don’t. Not right now.


    believed


    you


    Because I’m smart, and resourceful. Because I have the skills. Because I’m one of the few who are actually willing to go. Because I’m still young enough, and discontent enough, to believe there’s something better out there, and to actually try for it.


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    the truth. That I really am abandoning her. Even if it''s for a good reason. Even if I don''t actually have an option.


    I''m leaving her behind.


    Please. Of all times, please let it be now, in this moment.


    Please...


    No. Not like this. Don''t walk away feeling like this.


    that


    how


    I''ve made my assessment. I hate the outside. I hate the desert. I hate this fucking place.


    Somehow, it doesn''t make me feel any better about all this. Feels kinda worse.


    Oof.