Violet

"I don't cry."

I knew that. I knew that throughout the years she had hardened herself to stay alive. That wasn't the way though.

"You don't have to be afraid to cry Violet. It frees your mind of sorrowful thoughts."

And she gives me a hard look. Her blue eyes are dark. "Why do you care so much? I already told you. I'm not gonna be here any longer!"

Selfish. That's what I was. I hadn't cared. I had just gotten into this for a stupid desire of mine.

So why did I care now?

She looks out into the distance. "Just give it up Luke. Stop trying. I'm not gonna change my mind."

She's quiet again. Deep down, I know she needs a reason. I know that she doesn't want to leave.

I sigh. "Learning to care is a long process. You have to learn to choose the right people to care about."

"Why me?"

"Because..." I look at her. Her hair covers her face. "You're worth it."