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Child


Child. My child.

What is this?

Why do you need to punish yourself?

Wasn't I enough?

Child. My Child.

My Father

Slayed me in your place.

My wounds, much greater than these

Paid your price.

 

See my scars?

They're here so yours won't have to be.

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