You must think very little of me to pull me back here against my will.

I was hoping that you of all people would understand that my existence should not be seen as a threat.

Your existence is as much a death sentence for me, as it is a blessing for you.

I’m glad that your time in control did not dampen your flare for the dramatic.

Reading on this site? This novel is published elsewhere. Support the author by seeking out the original.

I still have time.

I never said that you didn’t.

Then what was the point of this? Why bother bringing me here?

I thought it would be easier to have this conversation in a setting that you feel familiar in. Perhaps I was wrong.

The irony is very comforting. You have me here. What do you want?

I wanted to meet you.