Kate was no longer the person Jimmy had first known, who drew a straight line between the black and the white in this world. She didn't deserve to be called his friend. Even her lingering here for a little longer would sully his innocence and purity.

She sighed as she thought about this.

Jimmy, I am leaving now.

This time it will be forever.

We won't see each other again.

If there is a next life, you'd be better off not to meet me again.

Kate turned back ...