Papa,
Please, please don't
be sad. I have to leave. That village - that castle - has sucked the life out
of me. The villagers have been less than welcoming and Adam is more beast-like
than ever. Most nights we can't go to bed without a fight and when I say
fight...it's one sided. I'm sorry papa. I'm so very sorry. I can't go back
there. It's no longer my home. You are my home, papa, but I know you are too
weak to travel now. You'll be safe there. He won't come after you, I've made
sure. I'm so sorry.
And
there's more. I've met someone else. He's seen the world and he promised to
take me with him. He's going to take me away from my beast of a husband. But
he's also going to take me away from you. I wish I could bring you with me,
papa but I can't risk it. I love you too much.
You were
all I ever had, all I've ever needed and now I need to say goodbye. You'll be
alright without me. Lefou has agreed to take care of you in my absence and
he'll send word if you need me. He's been so good to you these past few years I
trust him to care for you when I cannot. And I can't, papa, I can't stay; not a
minute longer.
By the
time you read this I will be far away. I've made a roast in the oven. You may
need to warm it but it will last you several days. There are also pies cooling
on the back window sill. Apple. Your favourite.
I'm
sorry papa; I'll miss you, so much. Thank you. Thank you for being my
everything.
I know
things weren't easy after mom died but you were the best. You were an amazing
mom, and best friend, and nurse, and teacher, and...you were the best dad. Are
the best dad. No matter what happened, no matter what anyone says: you are the
most amazing father. I couldn't ask for better - I never would.
And now
I'm going to break your heart and tell you that I have to leave. Perhaps
forever. I don't want to leave you, papa but I have to. I can't stay here. Not
anymore.
Remember
to pay the baker 3£ and not a cent more each week when he comes around. He'll
try and trick you into paying more but don't let him. You remind him that we
made a deal. Hold your ground, papa. Be strong.
I may
never see you again. I'm sorry.
Thank
you for being my everything.
I love
you.
Belle
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