Submission
I was afraid, afraid that she might utter words which I don't want to hear, afraid that she won't tell me what was bothering her, afraid that she will push me away like I used to do to my parents.
"Max does not have any parents" Her voice was quiet, carrying loads of emotions. Her fidgeting fingers were trying to distract her from crying, but a lone teardrop made its escape and fell on her fingers, halting their motion.
"D-did something happen to his parents? Are they alright?" My voice started quivering, and I realized the heavy words that hung in the air.
"No Rose, he never had any parents. He- he is an orphan"
I felt struck by confusion and bafflement.