MILDRED

THE NEW ENID

Lying in a hospital bed, my head was full of foggy thoughts. I didn't remember much, except for a scary darkness that had swallowed me whole while I was holding onto Enid.

Every part of me hurt, but hearing Enid's voice was like a warm hug. Seeing him next to me made me feel safe and happy, even though I was so confused. I kind of expected him to be mad at me because we had gotten into trouble again, and he really didn't like it when that happened.

But Enid? Mad? Not this time.

He seemed so real and caring. I looked into his eyes,...