Poisoned

I couldn't do it.
It was right there. Just one bite and I would have food.
But I couldn't.
Hands shaking, I lowered the burger.
"I'm sorry...I can't." I pushed the plate away turning from the untouched food.
"You need to eat." Alex said quietly. "You can't not eat, Cara."
I bit my lip, closing my eyes against the unwanted images that tried to flood my mind. I shook my head. "I'm not hungry." Not now, probably not ever again.
"Cara." Alex knelt in front of me, grabbing my hands. "You have to eat something. Fruits, veggies, bread...a chicken nugget, ice cream?"
I shook my head. "I'm not hungry." I repeated quietly.
"You haven't eaten since we found you yesterday, Cara. That's not good."
I lowered my head, clenching my fists in his hands. "....I can't Alex. Not right now."
He exhaled, and nodded releasing my hands. "You have to eat something soon, Cara. Please...as soon as you feel hungry. Let me know."
I nodded. "Alright." I could do that. If I ever felt like eating something.
He flashed me a smile. "Alright then. For now...just take it easy okay?"

-Inspiration from eating dinner tonight