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Ecstasy: A Short Story

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Anguish slashed his heart as he knelt beside her. Drake had never prayed before, but as he watched her colorless form grow still, he turned his tear streaked face heavenward and chanted, “Please don't take her from me. She's all I have. I will do whatever you want me to.” Her translucent eyelids quivered for a moment before opening. “Drake?” He gripped her hand and whispered, “Ella, I'm here.” Her cerulean eyes focused on his face and her gray lips twitched a smile. “It's time.” Fresh tears streamed down his cheeks. He pleaded, “No Baby, stay with me.” She stared intently into his eyes. “You must not cry. Where I go, you cannot follow. Not yet. Your time is not yet complete here.” He strangled on the sob that rose within his throat.

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