WILL
I must have read every book in the library. It started with the romance books by Cat's favorite authors, then I started reading fairy tales. I must have read all the classical fairy tales of all time, but Cat has yet to wake up.
I set aside the book I've been reading with a sigh and look at the sleeping beauty on the bed. She looks peaceful like nothing on this planet could bother her.
If only that were the truth. If only she could wake up to find the peaceful world she deserves. I run a finger down her cheek.
"Why is it taking so long?" I ask, even though I know she will not answer me. All I hear is the rhythmic beeping of monitors.
The sound is driving me crazy but I am more scared of their silence and what it would mean.
I hold her hand, reminding myself not to rant to her about depressing crap. She doesn't need any of that.
I don't know if I believe she can hear me but I try to cheer her whenever I can.
