I squeeze my eyes shut for a brief moment, battling with my intense need to end her life before I take my own. I think of my precious Caroline and for once in my life, I try not to be the selfish bastard I’ve always been.
Pushing her away, she falls to the floor, then I press the cold tip of the barrel to my temple.
There is no hesitation.
No fear.
Only peace of mind knowing that I’ll finally be free.
And so will she.
Sylvie frantically shakes her head, fear heady in her bloodshot eyes. “Please. God. Please don’t do this.” But her whispered prayer falls on deaf ears for I can’t hear anything but the final beats of my tortured heart.
A lone tear leaks from the corner of my eye before I utter my final words, cocking the hammer with a resounding click. “I love you.”
