SACRIFICE

The door flickers open, and Andy drags himself inside. I have cried my eyes out. The eyebags feel so heavy. I can't even afford to look at him.

"I came to get Angel. I wanted to sleep with her in my room tonight. But if you are with her, then..."

"It's alright, Andy. You can take her." I mumble to him.

I know he needs her. I understand his worries, fears, and insecurities when it comes to his daughter. Maria is a big threat at the moment, especially because her motive isn't clear yet. The least I can do is to give him my endless support and understanding.

"You too. Let's sleep together tonight, please." He says.

He is trying his best to act strong, but I can see how this whole Maria thing is breaking him down. He is shuttered and confused too. He can't even look me straight in the eye. He is cold, cold with fear and defeat. I nod my head, and he scoops Angel up after giving me a faint smile.

The three of us walk out, like a family we could have become in a few hours if only this