Reki Kyan | Alive

9

I usually spend most of my time thinking. Today isn't any different. The palace I've created in my mind keeps me busy. Sometimes for minutes, sometimes for hours. It's exhausting, sometimes it keeps me up at night, and sometimes it bugs me during the day. It's inconsistent.

Laying down in my bed I turn my pillow to the colder side letting out a huff. My eyes close unconsciously as I spend my time in my head, my thoughts skipping from one thing to the other, before settling on something. Reki.

'That's been happening a lot' I frown, before turning to lay on my back, as I face the roof. Why do I think of him so much? He is my friend, but that doesn't justify him being on my mind 24/7. I let out a groan in annoyance, opening my eyes to see the white roof over me. I sigh.

Reaching out for my phone I unlock it, tapping the screen a few times, opening my messages with Reki. He hasn't responded to any of them, he hasn't even read the last one. I gave up on texting him a few days back since I never get a response.

I'm worried about him I'll be honest. Should I check up on him? Texting him won't help that's for sure. I can go to his house, I remember the route. But then again, trying to reason with him likely won't make the situation any better.

But maybe having someone to talk to is what he needs? No, he made it clear last time he didn't want anything to do with me or Langa. Another sigh escapes my lips. Am I over thinking it? Maybe he just needs a break. I'm kind of new to all this 'having friends' stuff I'll be honest.

A knock on my door pulls me out of my thoughts, my eyes darting to the source of the sound. A creaking sound fills the space, a head peaking through the opening.

"Hi mom" I say simply, averting my eyes back to the roof. "Hey sweety. How are you? You spend so much time in your bed these days. You used to skate with those two boys all the time." She crouches next to my bed, moving a strand of hair out of my face.

"I'm fine" Another short reply, as much as I hoped I sounded convincing I know I didn't. She doesn't even reply, shooting me a look long enough until I budge.

"I haven't been doing the best lately." I manage, pinching my nose bridge as I close my eyes in frustration.

She gives me a look of sympathy, scooting a bit closer. "And why is that?" She says softly, falling silent in hopes of a response.

I mumble something inaudible, exhausted from all of the thinking and slouching around doing nothing. Ironic.
"What was that?"
Letting out an annoyed sound I mumble a 'I don't wanna talk about it' before getting out of bed walking past my mom and out if my room. "Don't forget to eat something!" She shouts after me, as I walk down stairs aimlessly.

Oh, right. I should eat something. It's 3 in the afternoon, my classes ended like an hour ago. It doesn't feel like it's been any more than ten minutes ago, I guess time flies when you're captivated. Opening the cupboard I grab a plate and some bread, putting on some toppings and slicing it up, taking a generous bite. Yeah. I seriously needed this.

Taking bites and chewing slowly I zone out again, thinking back about the past few days. Right, I was at S. I can remember vividly how Adam smacked Cherry with this board, a dirty trick. A frown lay on my face as I take a small bite of my sandwich.

Poor Cherry, he got pretty injured, he wasn't even conscious for the first few minutes. That was two days ago now, the doctors said he'll be fine and just needs some rest.

This is all Adams fault. Everything is, all of the injuries he's caused, even Langa and me being left behind by Reki. No, there was more to that.

Reki must be jealous. Of Langa, of Adam, of all the others that skate better than him. But in my eyes, he's such an amazing skater. And not just that, he's so nice to be around too, don't get me started on his looks. But why can't he see that? No matter how hard I'll try convincing him, he won't change his mind. He hasn't even been showing up to school, he just stays home doing I-don't-know what.

I put down my plate, wiping the crumbs off my hands with a cloth. A throbbing pain finds its way into my head, making me rub my temples in hopes of relief. Today couldn't get any worse. Shuffling my feet I make my way upstairs, nearly tripping at the last stair making me curse inwardly.

Slouching over to my bed, I open my phone, noticing someone texted me. Reki? No, it's Langa.

How are you? You didn't talk much today.
3:17

Sliding my fingers over the screen I type in a quick reaction, not really wanting to leave him on. Putting my phone on my nightstand I huff, closing my eyes. Relaxing in my bed a bit I feel myself doze off, the thoughts in my head letting me rest as I fall into a deep sleep.

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A/n

This was kinda short D:
I'm sorry for not updating for a while I lost motivation at some point
But I am back and willing to write again :)))
Ty for all of the reads and votes it means sm to me
Anyways take care of urself ily and bye <3