Teasing Phoenix
Is he crying?
“I love you, my love.”
I close my eyes when he says it again—it’s real, and I want to say it back so bad.
I wake up in the same position, but it feels cold and light. I sit up straight in my bed. I’m alone. Only a light coming from the lamp illuminates the room.
I remember Phoenix admitted his feelings, and it wasn’t a dream, but now he’s not here anymore. Did he regret it after that?
I frown, take the duvet, and cover myself.