Pt. 4

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All I want is someone to care about me.

Every time I reach into the barrier, I see more pieces broken. I can't keep looking in there.

The night of my birthday I started crossing the street. I froze. I heard a sound and saw a car going way too fast. It wouldn't be able to stop on time. I felt a tear slip down my cheek. Relief. I had a second to live. As much as I wanted to leave the world, I couldn't. Not until I knew my sister was safe.

I steeled myself and ran as fast as I could. The car narrowly missed me. My heart was pounding. The question was answered.

I managed to keep my tears in until I found a bench. I sat down and let all my tears out. I almost left my sister alone. I would've never forgiven myself if I died. I sucked in a breath and willed myself to stop crying. 

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