Man, first I'm shot, now I'm going to be a friggin' zombie. At this rate, I'll never live to have my first date or a driver's license. Ah, gah! I've come too far to die a predestrian virgin. Bubba, you can't let me die…I only have seventeen more months and three days to my sixteenth birthday! {Nick}
In this excerpt from Sherrilyn Kenyon's "Infinity," the character Nick expresses his frustration over his dire situation. After being shot, he humorously contemplates the prospect of becoming a zombie, lamenting that he might never reach important milestones in life, like his first date or getting a driver’s license. His inner turmoil reflects a mix of comedy and a poignant longing for normal teenage experiences.
Nick's dramatic declaration highlights his fears of dying before experiencing the joys of adolescence. With his sixteenth birthday approaching in just over seventeen months, he feels the pressure of time slipping away. This combination of humor and urgency underscores the character's desire to survive and enjoy life, enhancing the relatable sentiments of youth and the angst of facing mortality prematurely.
