[ His mind is reeling, possibilities cycling through like the lights on a passing train. There are a lot of unknowns, a lot of things that could go wrong. He could walk out the door and get shot for his troubles, but he can’t stay here.
He wants to, but he can’t.
Because he’s responsible for this, for her. If something were to happen to Emma because of him, he might never forgive himself. ]
Ssh, ssh. It’s okay. I’ll go. See if I can lose them.
[ Maybe he can come back if he shakes them, but it’s unlikely. Retracing his steps is bound to invite more trouble to Emma’s door. ]
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He wants to, but he can’t.
Because he’s responsible for this, for her. If something were to happen to Emma because of him, he might never forgive himself. ]
Ssh, ssh. It’s okay. I’ll go. See if I can lose them.
[ Maybe he can come back if he shakes them, but it’s unlikely. Retracing his steps is bound to invite more trouble to Emma’s door. ]