chapter 19

Sierra pov.

As I approached him, lying there lifelessly, tears streamed down my face. I felt helpless, trying to keep his eyes open, hoping for a sign of life. The sight of him made my heart ache with sadness.

I could hear his heart beating loudly, the sound ringing in my ears. It was as if it was calling out to me, urging me to keep fighting for him. His last words, "I love you," echoed in my mind, and somehow gave me a glimmer of hope.

Alex and Nora stood by my side, their faces filled with sadness. They too felt the pain that I was going through. I couldn't explain why my heart was drawn to him, but I couldn't bear the thought of him dying.

With tears still in my eyes, I stood up and ran towards Alex and Nora, my voice shaking as I pleaded with them to go get help. But they just stood there, unsure of what to do.

As I broke down, I noticed the last standing flower, once vibrant and full of life, was now turning black. I pointed it out to Alex and Nora, hoping for an explanation.

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