Indeed, I took it seriously.
As a result, I paid the price with my life and spent it as a stranger in the conversations of those I had once deeply loved.
*
The sadness of youth seems to come and go quickly. With the phrase, "Could you spend tonight with me, my dear?" Hannah was pulled by Louis Snyder into the largest bar in the city.
It was the weekend, the busiest time.
Hannah stood at the entrance, looked up at the flamboyant sign, and hesitantly said, "Louis, do I really have to go? My dormitory will soon..."
"Let's go, my dear." Louis interrupted her before she could finish her sentence and pulled her into the bar.
The bar was very loud, with music blaring. It was nearly full of people who had come to vent and indulge. Youngsters were entangled in passionate dance on the central stage.
Hannah quickly averted her gaze and stuck close to Louis Snyder.
