It's too quick!! :) I want to know what happens next! I hope he was able to save her...I really do. You left it so ambiguous, too, which I like. Was it going to happen that day? or some time soon?? Argh! But it was cool. Nice job.
- and I can't wait for the next episode! The smoke monster's back... ;)

I really liked this short story. I think it captured well the complexity of a relationship like Ben and Annie's naturally would be. I also like how she knows sometimes when he's manipulating her, but she loves him so much it doesn't really matter. All in all, a nicely written little story. I enjoyed it a lot. Thanks.