Mission Aborted: The Great Escape Chapter 2

The plan was for her to leave in seven days, and I would follow after handling her affairs.

"I don't want to wait," her voice was scattered by the wind. "Today is perfect. I want to die today."

"Sarah, I wanted to see Ethan one last time... I've been with him for three years. I know what position he wants just by a look... I'm so unwilling to let go..."

"He's having dinner with his first love... he won't answer my calls..."

"Three years... even a dog would wag its tail at me by now..."

"But he still doesn't like me..."

"Ethan, that bastard, won't even give me a minute on the phone... Since today is Bella's birthday, I'll make it my death day. I'll make sure he never forgets today as long as he lives."

She rambled, her logic messy, but her intent clear.

She wanted to leave tonight. She wanted to hear Ethan's voice one last time.

But he didn't give her the chance.

I couldn't accept it. I wasn't ready for her to leave yet.

I grabbed my phone and ran out the door, my voice trembling. "Chloe, where are you? Wait for me. Let me be with you, okay?"

"Sarah..." She ignored me, speaking to herself.

"Jumping off a building is messy. You need to find the best mortician to do my makeup."

"And don't bury me. I'm scared of the dark. Cremate me and scatter me in the bay. Make sure Ethan never finds me."