I Didn't Realize I've Fallen for You

Chapter 7

Regan's POV

It's been since yesterday but Cherry is still locked up in her room. She hasn't eaten anything. Aubreigh tried to knock the door.

"Che! Please come out! You haven't eaten for 2 days."

Cherry didn't answer. Oh dammit! This is not good. I hope she's okay. I tried to knock again but she still didn't answer and the door was locked! I looked for a hairpin and unlocked the door. There I saw Cherry lying on the floor. I ran towards her and touched her.

"Oh, damn! She's burning! Aubreigh!!"

Aubreigh ran towards the room. "Yeah! What's--" she was surprised at what she saw. "Oh gosh! What happened?!"

We carried Cherry to her bed. Aubreigh went to the kitchen to get a towel and warm water then quickly handed it to me. I soaked the towel and pressed it on Cherry's forehead. She's so hot and she looks so pale.

'What happened to you? Please stay strong. I'm still here for you. I will do anything to make you happy.'

I went to the kitchen to cook her some food while Aubreigh watched over her. I brought it to her room and laid it on the table. I checked her temperature and thank goodness it dropped.

"Cherry, wake up. I brought you some food." her eyes slowly opened.

"Are you okay?" I asked her.

"Yeah,I guess so." she said, rubbing her eyes.

"Here, eat."

I spoon-fed Cherry. I hope she'll be fine. She went back to sleep after she ate. I watched over her until she recovered. The day after, she was already fine.

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Cherry's POV

I woke up early in the morning. I don't feel sick anymore. I found Regan sleeping on the corner of my bed. What on earth is he doing here? Aubreigh went inside the room.

"Hey Che, how are you feeling?"

"I'm fine." I smiled at her.

I slowly got out of the bed and walked towards Aubreigh.

"What is he doing here?" I whispered, pointing at Regan.

"Don't you remember?"

"Remember what?"

"He was the one taking care of you when you were sick. He didn't even go to work and. . ."

"And what?"

"He hasn't eaten anything yet because he never left your side."

"Huh? Is that true?" I was quite surprised.

Aubreigh just nodded in response.

"I have to go to work. Take care, okay?" Aubreigh hugged me then went to work.

I, on the other hand, went to the kitchen to cook him food, I think some soup will do.

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Regan's POV

When I woke up, Cherry was no longer here. Crap! I panicked and stood up immediately to find her. But when I did, I felt dizzy. I ignored it and continued to look for her in the kitchen. I was relieved when I saw her there.

"Hey! You're awake!" she greeted.

I felt my body run cold and then all I can see was just black.

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Cherry's POV

"Hey! You're awake!" I greeted him.

Suddenly, he dropped to the floor and passed out. I didn't know what to do and I was staring blankly at him. I heard him groan which brought me back to my senses. I tried my best to carry him all the way to the room. I laid him on the bed. Geez, he's so heavy. And he looks so pale. He was conscious a few minutes later. He tried to get up but I told him not to.

"Whoa, take it easy. You still look pale."

"But-"

"No more buts, just listen to me. I'll get you some food and medicine okay? I'll be right back." I gave him a smile.

"O-okay."

I checked the first aid kit in the bathroom but I found nothing. So, I just decided to take the soup to him and then I'll go out to buy some medicine.

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Regan's POV

Cherry went out of the room to get some food and medicine. *sigh* I hate being a burden to her, especially at a time like this when she is still recovering from the events that happened. A few minutes later, she returned to the room with a bowl of soup.

"Hey, I brought you a soup but I wasn't able to find any medicine. Would you mind if I go out for a while? It will be just for a couple of minutes."

"You don't have to do all this."

"Yes, I have to."

"No, you don't. Please, just stay by my side. I don't want you to leave." I took her hand in mine and looked straight into her eyes. "I'm sorry for being such a burden."

She sat beside me and smiled.

"You are not a burden. You took care of me and now I'm just returning the favor."

She handed me the bowl of soup. "Here, eat it before it gets cold."

"Thanks."

"You're welcome."

Cherry helped me up and fed me like a two-year old boy but I don't mind it. If only I could make the the time stop and be with her a little longer. I'm just so happy that she's herself again. After seeing her so devastated and broken, it's such a relief to see her smile again.

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Cherry's POV

I helped him lay down and I was about to leave when he grabbed my hand.

"Don't leave me, please." he said weakly.

"I won't leave you. Just sleep and get some rest, okay?"

He nodded and closed his eyes. I covered him with a blanket then left to buy medicine because he is still burning up. When I got home, I placed the medicines to it's proper place. I sat on a seat beside his bed.

"Don't worry, I'll take care of you just like the way you took care of me." I whispered softly.