As they walked through the new garden and past the tranquil artificial lake, Liam stopped in his tracks at the sight of his old, familiar home.
He mumbled, "Dead… she's really dead for real now."
Memories began to flood his mind as he walked, each step heavier than the last.
Elly looked at him, moving closer, wanting to hug Liam. Without looking back, Liam raised his hand, "Can you leave me alone for now, Elly?"
Elly looked at him, her fear growing that Liam might do something drastic in his emotional state.
His attitude was scaring her; she thought he would cry or scream, but no, it was too calm, too silent.
She didn't want to leave him alone. "Ignore me, then. Treat me as if I am not here. I will keep my distance from you."
With her response, Liam continued walking. He opened the door and looked inside his house, where scene after scene appeared in his mind.
He looked at the dining table, looking at the shadow of his kid self.
