Old Injuries, New Pain

“ Flora, please just let me speak, ” Adrian contended, his voice pulsing as he approached her in the quiet corridor of the barracks. The murmurs of the other soldiers faded into a heavy silence as he drew near.

Flora’s eyes remained distant, her tone cool and measured. “ Adrian, I’ve heard enough justifications. I’m not then to be assured by your regrets. ”

Adrian took a shaking breath," I know I have caused detriment that can not be undone, that my ...