Don't Go Before I Do

Richard

I heard a loud crash and I ran to the noise. I found Paul on the floor. I picked him up and set him on the bed. I called the doctor and told the doctor what happened. He was going to be ok he worked himself up and it was too much for him in his state.

I noticed the bracelet. I laid next to him. I fell asleep. I didn't mean too.

I had a very interesting dream. It was about the day Paul got hurt. But, I was at his funeral and hearing everyone say nice things about him. I was sad.

I kept saying I never got to say goodbye that he died instantly. I woke up yelling. I felt someone grab my hand.

I realized I was in bed. I must have fallen asleep here. I went to get up but, found who ever had my hand would not let go.

"Reesh, I am sorry. I didn't mean anything I said. I didn't mean to be mean to you. I love you very much."

"Heiko Paul Hiersche. I am sorry."

"How did you find that?"

"I am not sure."

I just looked at him. I saw sadness alot of it. He still wouldn't let me go. His usual strong grip was very weak. I felt so bad for him.

"Now will you answer me? How long have you been sitting on the floor next to the bed?"

"Every night I have been watching you every night. I am afraid of losing you. I have not been sleeping. I have nightmares. I am at your funeral. The doctor said you can't get yourself that worked up. You over did it and passed out."

"Reesh, I am so sorry  I didn't realize it was this hard for you. I did realize about getting worked up. Please forgive me."

"Please forgive me. forgive me for what I did to you."

His answer was he kissed me. There was love there. I didn't like seeing him this sick.

"I forgive you."

"I forgive you too. The day Schneider brought you home and you would not wake up I was so afraid. When they told me what what was wrong I was more afraid of losing you."

"I know Reesh. I guess you can be the only one to call me Heiko. Now I would like to thank you for the bracelet and camera."

"You welcome."

He fell asleep. He never let go of my hand. I don't know if he was afraid or if he was telling me to stay where I was. I soon fell asleep as well.