Chapter 76: The Trigger

Heard, but not understood.

Do I have to spell it out?

Or was it already clear
from the start?

I said I would try.
I meant it.

But trying doesn’t mean
I’m ready.

And when I had to say it again,
something shifted.

Not confusion.
Just… something being pushed
before its time.

Your feelings are valid.
So are mine.

I just needed space
to feel it through
without being rushed.

It shouldn’t have to be repeated
for it to be understood.