ALVAH There was something I feared more than death which was losing the one I cared about. Hearing her say she was going to leave aroused something in me that I had longed forgotten- FEAR. While many things could exit my life, Almond wasn't someone I was willing to let go of easily. She holds immense importance to me. As I watched her eyes during our conversation, an overwhelming desire to pull her close and comfort her emerged, yet I refrained due to the inappropriate timing. She was in pain, and embracing her might lead to more heated arguments, a confrontation I wished to avoid. All I wanted for her was happiness and laughter; her smile never failed to brighten my mood, providing the hope and strength needed to carry on. Yet, all of this would be in vain if she were to leave and neve