That Which is Unexpected Page 35
by A.L. Bridges
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I’m floating in the darkness again. I see the silver door and float over to it. I wrap my hands around both handles and pull.
“What are you doing?” My Drive curiously asks.
“Only what I have to,” I answer.
“If you open this door, it will never close again,” My Drive informs me.
“I know,” I reply.
“I will most likely take over completely, causing you to fade away,” My Drive says.
“I know,” I respond.
“Are you really okay with that?” My Drive questions.
“Yes. For Cheza, I am fine with ceasing to exist… As long as she’s safe,” I answer without hesitation.
“Okay… Let’s do this,” My Drive says as I feel him push against the doors.
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