There were always the birds

“The past is nothing but a weight. It will build inside of you like a stone. If …”

“Raven looks at me. “What about you, Lena?”I can feel Alex’s eyes on me. My mout…”

“It's the rule of the wilds. You must be bigger, and stronger, and tougher. A co…”

“I don't ever turn my head to look, of course. But one day I will. One day I wil…”