He watches from a distance

Seeing the strain in her eyes, voice, and movements

None notice the subtle changes over time

Except He does
The paleness worsens
The weariness is noticeable

Yet the girl moves on
Continues to do everyday tasks
Smiling like nothing is wrong

He asks Himself
"Why do Others not notice?"
Wonders if they are blind

Remembers hearing the early goodnights
As the girl was tired
Growing more and more frequent

He noticed
Said nothing
Watching, waiting, listening, protecting from afar
He watches her as she comes towards Him
Having been two weeks away
His eyes are startled but He hides it

The girl looks worn out
Looks worse than before
The luster of her hair diminished
The twinkle in the eyes dull
Yet she tries to hide it

He remembers that day today
Why did He not do something?
Why did He just watch her waste away?

Looking upon her still form
Laying on pillows of silk
Mahogany surrounding the lifeless form

A tear slips down His cheek
He whispers

"Go in peace girl"

"You hid it well"

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