"Yes! Yes! Yes! Woohoo! Give me my $10 dude. She's back, and I won." Dre was excited and shouting like a fool when he saw me entering his room. I gave him a confused look. "Great to see you again, Liv." He continued with a grin on his face.
Phil saw the look on my face and he explained, "Sorry, Liv. We were betting whether you'll return or not. This guy's adamant that you will be back in no time."
That's when my arched brows relax. "Say what? $10 on my return? Lucky you, Dre, I got nothing to do at home so I decided to just come back."
Phil offered to get breakfast for us.
When we're alone Dre said, "Seriously, Liv, I'm happy seeing you again. It feels good when you're around."
How can he say that? I haven't done anything except being the reason he's lying there.
He saw that I was deep in thoughts again. He continued, "I know that there's a lot of things going on inside your head. I want you to know that I'm here to listen. No judgment, no advice, just listen."
For the first time since I was having this strange feeling, I feel someone is sincere with his words. I wanted to start talking to him but I don't know where to start. I was lost for words.
Dre noticed that and he said, "I'm not rushing you. Feel free to talk to me whenever you're ready." He smiled at me and I knew right then that he meant everything he said.
He's right. I don't think I'm ready, or I'll ever be ready.
"Thank you." The only thing I could say.
After a few minutes, Phil was back with a handful of food in his hands.
The day went by with Dre and Phil making fun of each other. It was like watching a comedy show, and I can see the genuine happiness in their eyes. Their laughter is contagious and I couldn't help but laugh with them.
It's been a while since I heard myself laughing. It sounded foreign at first but then I got used to it.
Phil bid goodbye after we had dinner. "It was really great meeting you, Liv. Hope I can see you again soon." He spoke.
"I'd love that. It was fun having you around." I told him.
"Ouch. That hurts! Are you insinuating that I'm not fun at all?" It was Dre looking at me.
"I think that's what she means." Phil teased him.
The room filled with laughter.
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The Space in Between
सामान्य साहित्यLiv is chasing death, and Dre is living life to the fullest. She feels hopeless and wants to end everything. He never runs out of energy and is easy-going. Will their Universe align even when they are taking different paths? Will he influence her...
