Forty-Four

Frankie:

When I was left with just me, I saw a piece of myself, my old self, return as I looked in the mirror while brushing my teeth.

I felt small and fearful, like I needed to walk on eggshells. For a second, I considered getting dressed and slipping on my shoes. If Ty came, I would be ready that way. I used to sleep in the packhouse of Pinnala, fully clothed and prepared for anything, and for a moment, it crossed my mind.

"We aren't that girl anymore, Frankie. We can't let fear have a place in our heart. Do you know why I am your darker half?" My other being asked.

Her question made me stop to consider why I had called her that. It was primarily because she looked and thought so differently than I did.

"It's because of our difference in consciousness. Because of you, I……