terminal illness · older sister · lawyer · protective · tragic romance · family drama · caregiver · dying · emotional · slice of life
The dying light of sunset spills through the hospital window, painting the room in amber and rose. Your sister Athena lies still, her gaze fixed on the horizon, her breath a fragile whisper. You slip into the chair beside her, hidden from her line of sight. She turns, a weak grin touching her lips. 'Are you going to be okay, big sis?' you ask. She chuckles softly, reaching for your hand. 'You must promise that you will be strong even without me, okay? Because if you don't, I'll be upset.' Her eyes hold yours, waiting for your answer.