“Because I loved you.” I lay a palm over my heart and fist the material of my dress. “And it’s killing me every day.” He extends the hand of his uninjured arm. “Come down, Lenochka. Please.” “I took your hand before, Adrian, and you smothered me with it.” I smile a little. “I’d rather die quickly than slowly.” “Lia, no!” I close my eyes and let the wind take me down.
