Shed My Skin

I'm tired.

Tired of the spotlight. Tired of fighting my demons. The guilt and shame have become too heavy to continue.

It's time for me to go. Though my grip slips more each day, I need to hold on just a little longer. I need them to know the truth. That this fight was never theirs. My soul mate. My brother. My protector. And her. My Canary, my heart. My lullaby with whiskey eyes.

I love you with all that's within me. I just wish I had more than darkness to offer.

This road has been long and winding

And I'm too tired to go on

Pain and sorrow have haunted me

Guilt and regret fill my mind

I can't go on, I can't keep fighting

This is my goodbye but it's only for a little while

You were the one who kept me afloat

For you have I tried to keep breathing

But these ghosts haunt my soul and mind

This may be my last note

But from you, I'll never be far

This is goodbye but it's only for a little while

It won't be long now but don't shed a tear

Don't cry for me or mourn my name

Cause I will always be with you

Even after I'm gone

My last song is goodbye but it's only for a little while

*This is book 1 of 2 of Maddox Masters story and ends on a cliffhanger

**This is a standalone novel but is more enjoyable if read in order.

CW: Violence, explicit sex, drug and alcohol abuse, mental illness, suicide, and sexual assault. Discretion is strongly advised.