"It's hard, but now I'm harder. When I'd head out on a run I was always after something to bring back for my brother. I was always holding something back. I could never let go of things like he could, but I guess he didn't give me a choice in the end. Now, I don't hold back anymore. I don't need to. I've got nothing to lose that I don't mind getting rid of."
Val took the jacket in his hands and looked it over before slipping it on. He couldn't see himself, but it felt right.
