If it was inevitable, why wait?

He knew that it was only a matter of time before he died. He knew precisely how much pain it would cause you. He saw himself as nothing but an abomination— unworthy of the love and affection you gave.

You both laid together in bed, as he stared up at the ceiling, seemingly lost in thought.

“We should break up.” He spoke, plainly, without a trace of emotion. He loved you too much to ever risk hurting you.

He was not destined for a normal life.