"Stop."You were frowning with your eyes closed. You looked angry. "Stop it. You stop it. Stop looking at her! Look at me. I'm your daughter too, for God's sake!"
I froze, unable to believe what I'd just heard. Is that why you've stopped sharing stories with me? You think I love your sister more?
That's not true. You know I love you too. It's just that, your sister has always asked for more attention. You've mostly kept quiet. All that time, I thought you were okay.
I'm sorry you feel that I've pushed you away...
"I miss Tobey..."
This time, you sounded sad. My heart just went out to you. You've always wanted a big brother. I love your hazel-eyed best friend too. Tobey has always been protective of you. He was so caring whenever he was around.
I know you always miss him when he returns to his home country, dear...
I thought that was it, but then you mentioned another name in your sleep:
"Max...no."
Who is it?Your frown was not just of anger, but also...fear. You started moving about in your sleep, your mumblings growing louder and much clearer.
"Stop it. I don't want it. Max, stop it! You're hurting me."
