Chapter 53 Fragile Peace

• [BRIAN]
• I stood outside of Val’s bedroom, hesitant to enter. It had been months since I had last stepped foot in this room, but today something drew me here, something I couldn’t quite explain. I took a deep breath and pushed open the door, revealing a flood of memories that hit me like a ton of bricks. The room was just as she had left it, with her favorite posters and knick-knacks scattered about. My eyes landed on her bed, neatly made and untouched since the day she passed away.
• I couldn’t help but think of all the times Val and I had spent in this room, laughing and joking around. She had been my whole world, and losing her had left a hole in my heart that nothing could fill. But being in her room again brought back a sense of comfort, like I was able to be close to her again.