Heartbreaking Past

Manny

I look up at my mate and see the shattered look in her eyes. I keep quiet and keep licking the torrent of tears flowing down her cheeks.

I can tell she is recalling something so painful that it hurts her even now. So, if I dare invade her mindlink, I might just end up shutting her off.

There is a distant look in her eyes that signifies that she is recalling her past. Even though the tears are streaming down her cheeks, she makes no sound. Not even a sob. For me, this is deep and shattering pain. I am now rethinking my strategy.

Was this even the best move? Am I not being ruthless by forcing her to open up? But then again, why should I let my mate carry such a heavy burden alone? Only if she shares will I be able to help her out. As much as it hurts me to see her like this, I have to know her.

Since she cannot let me in, I had no option but to resort to cunning methods. It is pretty obvious that she would never share her past with anyone willingly. I just know it. Call it intui