"Nobody hurts Aiden!" I yell, pulling Aiden into a tight hug to shield him from the cruel outside world.

He begins to struggle and gasp for air because I'm holding him so tightly. I consider what I said for a few moments and then slowly release him. He breaths a few thank you's and then turns around to leave.

"Except for me," I suddenly add, grabbing him by the head and snapping his neck. He falls limp to the floor, his eyes glaze over like they are covered with glass, staring at what seems like nothing.

I killed Aiden.