Max Pov. My parents have been a sour subject to talk about for my brother and me. Having them drop by from time to time only opens old wounds, It doesn't cure them. Just a way to tell us that this is just temporary, that the happiness only lasts for so long. Like a sand clock. Just a reminder that by the time it goes out they are gone again, living us empty inside. We have to prepare ourselves for disappointment, no expectations of any kind. I know that they love us, it's just really hurtful to see them for a little bit for them to just up and disappear again. Miles might look tough on the outside, but he is as hurt as me, or more. I can understand where they are coming from, even if I don't like it. Meanwhile, Miles has a hard time getting the why. At first he talked to me abou