Arif Hodzic
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Why would you?
Inmate Zero stares at me.
I can see his full face, both eyes, the hooked nose, those lips, and the teeth.
So many teeth.
We've had our fun, haven't we, Banner Watson?
He chuckles, and the worms that are eating my soul chuckle with him.
I don't see why it has to, I reply, trying to sound light and in control.
Not like you're going anywhere.
Inmate Zero only stares at me.
I'd like to ask you a few- No, Banner Watson.
The time for questions is over.
My mouth opens in reply, but no words come out.
I cough hard and rub my throat, then try again.
Nothing.
It's as if I've forgotten how to speak.
I know that if I want to speak, I can force air up from my lungs, which will filter through my vocal cords, then out of my mouth in the shape and sound of words.
But I can't make it happen.
Do not be afraid, Banner Watson.
Just listen, Inmate Zero says, and I feel my entire body go slack.
I'm surprised I'm not sliding down onto the floor.