As he went over the things he would leave behind Lily said nothing, too busy holding her breath to stop herself sobbing as tears rolled down her cheeks.

"Of course, I'd like. I'll," she shook her head, forcing herself to continue. "I'll take care of everything after you've gone."

It was a horrible thing to say and the words felt bitter in her mouth as reality doubled back on her, reminding her of the fact that very soon now, he would be gone, and things would carry on - she would carry on - all the same.