Shocked

She couldn't speak. She had promised to do it. But the mere thought of it. Her heart started beating loudly and in her throat. Every single time she had called Sarah crazy, but this wasn't just an extra step. This would mean throwing away her life.

"Take a seat." said Sarah who saw Kirsten turning pale.

"I- I-" Kirsten mumbled.

"It's ok, It's ok." said Sarah. She gave her a glass of water and tried to calm her.

"You don't have to do it. It's the final step, but it doesn't have to happen today. It doesn't even have to happen at all."

Kirsten heard what she said but disagreed in her mind. She had come this far. She wanted to finish it today, but like this...?