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Thanks to yesterday event, people in my class start talking about me. But at the same time, no one dared to ask me directly. Even the teacher didn't say anything.

I guess my face looks scary that makes them afraid of me.

Well... Who cares.

As usual after school end, I went to the park.

To meet Mikey and Draken.

But when I arrived, nobody was there.

Ah.. maybe they have something else to do.

I intended to go straight home, but someone shout my name.

"Haruna!"

It was Mikey. He ran towards me.

"Where's Draken?"

"Well, he has some business to do. Nevermind him, let's go!"

"Taiyaki again? Or dorayaki?" I guessed.

Mikey shook his head. "I want to introduce you to someone." He grabbed my hand.

Huh?

*****

After a long walk, we arrived at someone's grave.

"W-Who?" I looked at Mikey. Not bother to see the name at the stone first.

Mikey smiled with a sad look. "My brother."

I'm a bit surprised. His brother..

"Somehow, I felt like both our situations are pretty similar."

"Similar in what way?" I can't understand what he meant.

"Someone that we treasure the most has left us."

"Did you mean my mom? And in your case, your brother?"

Mikey nodded. His eyes are fixated on the grave in front of us.

"But how about your parents?"

"Don't have. I live with my grandpa."

"I see.." Actually i wanna know why his brother died, but maybe it was sensitive question. Better not.

"You must be very close with your brother, right?"

"Yeah.."

"Mind to tell me a little bit about your brother?"

"Well, he is so kind. But also dumb. He's weak. But also has a strong will. He... always care about others more than himself. We used to play a lot before. He likes motorcycle and so good at mechanical. He even own a workshop. Amazing, right?"

I nodded. "Yeah. He looks awesome."

"If that the case, we are not same at all."

"Huh?" Mikey looked confused.

"My parents divorced, and I live with my mom. Of course I love her but actually we're not that close because my mom always busy with her work so that she can support both of us. I can understand that though."

Mikey looked at me.

"Our situations aren't same at all. You always spend time together with your brother, right? That's why, what i want to say is... it's must be hard for you. It's must be hurt. Someone so close to you are not there like always. Forever."

Mikey looked speechless.

"Even though I felt sad about my mom's death, I'm pretty sure I'm not that sad as you are when your brother died." I put my hand on Mikey's shoulder and gave a sympathy look.

"Do you feel sorry for me?" Our eyes linked.

"Not at all." I lied and then smiled a bit.

"Hey what was that? I'm about to feel touched just now!"

"Haha no need."

"How dare you!"

I laughed. "Well I'm sorr-"

Suddenly Mikey pulled me into a hug. I'm surprised.

"Thank you." He whispered to my ear.

"W-what are you doing?"

"You're so kind, Haruna."

"Am I really?" Nah.. I don't think so.

"Yeah.." He tighten the hug.

My heart skipped a beat. This is the first time someone hugged me besides my late mom.

I guess he really needs that words.

My hand reached out to Mikey's back and patted him gently.

"You're not alone, you know? You have your grandpa, friends and.. me." I giggled.

"Nah.. I'm just kidd- Kyaaa!"

I shouted when I felt Mikey was bitting my neck. What was that?

"H-Hey!" I tried to escape from the hug, but he didn't want to let go.

"You always said the opposites. That was your punishment."

"What are you? A vampire? Just let me go already!" I tried to pushed him again, but he didn't budged at all.

"Don't wanna. Let's stay like this for a while." He said with a low voice.

"B-But,"

"Don't worry, I wouldn't bite you anymore. Please?" He begged softly.

"F-Fine. Just for a while."

Somehow, i felt calm being embraced by him. It's warm.

For about five minutes, we hugging each other, in front of Mikey's brother's grave.

Is it okay?

Maybe this is what a friendship is.. comforting each other.

This Mikey guy... Looks like a spoiled child right now. He looks weak inside.

I'm not sure why but he reminded me of myself.

*****

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⏰ Last updated: Apr 22, 2022 ⏰

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