[How could it? The loss of family was knife that could never be dislodged. That wound may close over but blade stays snapped off within, gutting you anew when you twist just the right way.
She takes his hand, searching his eyes. If he'll let her, if he'll look at him. She'll take the lead now with a nod and soft steps forward.]
I should hope it is.
[Let him rest. That's enough for one day.
As they walk the scene evaporates, and they are back in the dank air of the Helly Belly. At once she breathes easier, though her chest remains taught and stinging.]
it did, bursts into tears!!!!
[How could it? The loss of family was knife that could never be dislodged. That wound may close over but blade stays snapped off within, gutting you anew when you twist just the right way.
She takes his hand, searching his eyes. If he'll let her, if he'll look at him. She'll take the lead now with a nod and soft steps forward.]
I should hope it is.
[Let him rest. That's enough for one day.
As they walk the scene evaporates, and they are back in the dank air of the Helly Belly. At once she breathes easier, though her chest remains taught and stinging.]
What happened to her?