eyeless jack but before the incident.
Jack Nyras, who grew up in a rural town, I like to think Kentucky or Tennessee.
Jack Nyras, who grew up and loved people.
Jack Nyras, who swore he wouldn't leave Reader's side, even after graduation. He follows them to college.
Jack and Reader in their tiny apartment. Reader is doing their work, Jack does his. An artist and scientist. A tiny apartment, with two college kids who hoped for a better life.
Jack Nyras, who left a pot of coffee untouched. Left his breakfast half eaten on the table, laundry on the bed. Letters partially written, med school acceptance letter held to the fridge with a magnet.
Jack Nyras, who promise he'd come back soon, and that he loved you.
Jack Nyras, who didn't come back.
Eyeless Jack, hungry and alone. Surrounded by the wounded. Wounds he'd caused, when the letter on the fridge said he'd swear to heal.
Eyeless Jack, lost by himself. Little idea of who or what he is, but not the same as before.
Eyeless Jack, who knows he can't go home to you.
Eyeless Jack, when all he can see is carnage.
All he can think about is the engagement ring sitting in his nightstand drawer.
The engagement ring you'll find, pocket, and use to propose to your spouse after you've moved on. Tried to, at least.