450 Why Would You Leave?

A flood of memories quickly drowned Nari's thoughts. Luiz was her first and only friend, growing up as a child. He was not only her classmate but her confidant and considered him a brother - someone part of her family. 

The only times when they did not see each other for more than a week were when they would leave for long vacations with her family. They have never been apart for so long and so far!

She was angry at his decisions, but fear overpowered, for she knew not how what kind of life she would have without Luiz.

Nari was already having a hard time catching her breath. Her chest was rising dramatically as she broke down in tears. She kept holding on to Luiz as he told her, "I'm - I'm going to miss you, Nari. I'll miss you terribly."

"No! Don't say that!" She answered, grabbing his arms and shaking him vigorously... "Luiz! We've always been together since - since we were kids!"