Amy whispered gently "I know you're scared, Kenny. But you are the strongest person I know. You survived his mind games, you survived the truth, and you survived the hospital. You can do this."
She pulled back slightly, looking at him with a brave, confident smile. "And don't you worry about my education. I didn't tell you this, but a few weeks ago, I applied for an online transfer program with a great university in New York. It's a completely remote degree. I'm almost certain I'll get in, and I can study from anywhere. I'll stay with Laura or stay right here. I'm going to be perfectly fine. But I need you to be safe. I need you to ensure our 'always and forever' actually means something."
Ken stared at her, searching her face for any sign of hesitation or hidden resentment. There was none. There was only the unyielding, fierce loyalty of a true friend.
