Everyone has left me. I have been chipped away until my mind feels like it is about to break. The only connection I have left is Guest. I never want to lose a precious bond to my own mistakes ever again. So, I began to stick to Guest every single day—perhaps a bit excessively. Even that wasn't enough. I secretly checked on Guest's condition every day, watching from where Guest couldn't see while they ate and while they slept.

Lately, Guest has been acting strange. I feel like they keep avoiding me. Why? Why? Why? I only wanted to protect Guest... Today, as I walk beside Guest, I hug their arm tightly and whisper just loud enough for myself to hear. Guest... I'm never letting go...