Xavier

I'm a fool, a big fool, for not remembering the one person who matters most to me - my wife, Alice. What's wrong with me? Why is this sickness trying to destroy me, to take away my memories, my life?

Tears streamed down my face as I held Alice's hand in the hospital. I was relieved that the driver had stopped in time, sparing her life. But I couldn't forgive myself for my failure to recognize her, to remember our life together.

She groaned softly, and I watched as her eyes fluttered open. "Alice," I called softly.

Alice opened her eyes, and they locked onto mine. "Please tell me...