The mountain path was rough, and I was blind. In just a few steps, I tumbled down the slope. The sharp rocks left multiple cuts on me. I was in a lot of pain and could smell the blood oozing out of my body. I stayed put for a while for the pain to ease before I fumbled for my phone to call for emergency services. My younger brother, Dan Smith, limped to the hospital. When he saw me, he sounded really anxious.“Ted, where’s Aspen? How did you end up like this?” His hand was trembling as he held mine. I grimaced and said mockingly, “We broke up.” “How’s that possible?” Dan raised his voice suddenly as he said, “Ever since you lost your vision, she dropped you and picked you up from work every single day.“She placed bumper pads on all sharp corners at home. “She loves you so much…”“Enough, Dan. Let’s leave the country.” Dan was stunned. Then, he said, “Sure. We’ll do whatever you want.” My head was throbbing in pain as tears welled up in my eyes. Very quickly, doc
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