The Wondering Person -Discontinued-

Chapter Nine: Back to normal...?

Only problem was that I couldn't fall asleep. I was too scared for Martyn of course! Now that he is gone everything is back to normal or well different? I can't tell. I was feeling rather lonely and sad. I sat up and looked out the window. Now that the rain passed birds and the sun shined bright. I decided to draw something to get my mind off Martyn.

Where have I heard that before? Does not matter. I got up and cleaned my face before getting the needed supplies. I began by drawing random shapes. I was making the same symbol over and over, I decided to stop.

I sat and stared at the drawing. It started to look like an M. I shrugged and kept drawing something else. I continued and drew a heart, an emerald gem, and a big red flower. I felt lighter and a little bit at peace. Being at peace felt good. I decided to continue drawing and when I was done I created a cool dragon yin-yang symbol.

I was feeling a bit better about Martyn's going away, but I still wasn't happy. So I decided to keep drawing. This time I picked food. I drew a stickman eating a gigantic pizza. I chuckled at the cute image I created. I was feeling satisfied and in a better mood. I stopped to rest for a bit. I was working too hard on drawing my hand was starting to hurt.

The sun shined even brighter through my window when I looked up. My eyes immediately closed. When I tried to open my eyes again but all I could see is orange. The sunlight came in and I took it as a sign. "I'm going to get myself some food" I mumbled as I got up and slowly made my way to the kitchen.

Time passed and I made a large meal for myself. I placed it down on the table and started to eat. It tasted so good! I didn't know what to do next. I started to think and then it hit me! "I could go for some ice cream!" I yelled as I ran to the kitchen and opened the fridge.

"Oooo this will be perfect!" I took out the ice cream and returned to the living room. The sweet and delicious reward after a rough day. I ripped open the lid and made my way toward the living room. It was a familiar route that I had taken many times before, though this time it felt special. I approached my couch, ready to devour my treat while kicking back in comfort and enjoying an evening of peace. Ah, it sure feels good to take out some time for me.

After all the things that happened that is. I slowly crawled into the couch, preparing for a restful evening. I was tired. I placed my food on the table and stared at the TV, trying to distract myself from the events. How could that happen? I had just found out so much about Martyn then he leaves! I was upset about it but what could I have done? He got it off his chest and is safe now, right? It was what he said.

"That is very sweet of you Layla! You are a true friend!" I repeated out loud. It was like someone shot me in the chest. I mean what is wrong with me? I have never felt this way for someone. It feels like I'm obsessed with Martyn or something. I guess that could be right though, I mean I do have a crush on the guy. What a feeling. I guess it's the feeling of a secret love that I have. I love the guy but I can't show it for some reason. I'll always be here for him and take care of him.

Before I knew it, I had completely forgotten about the ice cream. I think it started turning into soup. "Ugh! Come on my ice cream!" I groaned. I picked up the ice cream bucket and tossed it into the trash. After thinking for a few seconds I went back to the kitchen for some food. Time passed and I ate a few more bites of food before switching through the channels on the TV. I keep going through channels as I sat back, making myself relaxed. I stopped on the news channel.

"Wow, it's been a while since I've seen the news..." I would mumble with a lot of food in my mouth. "Hello everyone and welcome to another day of news! For today we have a special report on the Riverstone Women's Gym!" I didn't pay much attention as usual but I figured they must be going over the accomplishments of the top girls in that gym."You can watch the Riverstone Women's Gym as it sees its official opening today! We will have live footage of the opening ceremony later this afternoon! Just sit tight and stay tuned!"Oh, wow! My favorite part of any show!" I would pipe in before getting up and setting a timer for the afternoon.

After I had taken my last bite I went back to the kitchen to put my dishes away. Before I even took my eyes off the sink I heard another news broadcast start. It was like every time I tuned away or didn't care. "I'm sorry to interrupt this program but we would like to inform you that we just wanted to report a robbery in the southside bank of Evil Dives. Please try and stay away from there and stay safe!"

The room fell into complete silence. How could someone rob a bank and get away? I looked at the time. It's only 4:30 pm. Nothing will happen after four. It's not like someone would rob a place with such high security. The TV would show another news report. "Sorry to interrupt again but we just had the first picture of the culprit. If you know them or know anything about the photo please call 911 and we will take care of it! Thank you and stay safe!" The news report would say.

The screen would change to a blurry but still seeable picture. There was the man that robbed the bank. I knew...it was Martyn. What the hell was Martyn doing in the nearby island town? He is supposed to be back home. Did Martyn lie to me? Did I not do good in teaching him well? What is going on!? I sat down on my couch with the remote in my hand. I can't believe my crush is a criminal. What will I do about this? I was going to get him back. No matter what it takes. If it's going to cost me my life, so be it. I just can't believe I'm going to do this and I just can't believe Martyn robbed a bank!

"I knew that everyone was going to call me a criminal for me helping him and I would be like, hey, that's not true, and...and I wasn't doing anything bad! I haven't been to prison! Why are you so worried about Martyn? I'm sorry I can't stop thinking about it and...and I'm scared...you're so brave and I love you..." I knew I couldn't finish. I thought it was too embarrassing. I would awkwardly smile and hate every second of doing that.

I pressed pause on the TV and buried my face in my hands. I would breathe in and out trying to calm myself down. Nothing. I sat up and stared at the TV. There is no way that Martyn would be the bad guy and be evil all along. No way. Suddenly the door would swing open making me jump. My mind is blank. What was going on?

Martyn is standing there with two big bags over his shoulder, ripped clothes, and some blood everywhere. I dropped my arms to my side as if I had been struck with a paralyzing blow. I wasn't screaming. No. I am not screaming. My voice doesn't sound like it's there. Martyn looked like he was going to faint. His eyes were dark red.

He looked over at me and started to call my name. My thoughts and memories were too loud. I barely heard him. "Layla?" He asked dropping down the bags and closing the door. "Y-Yes?" I took a few seconds. "I uh...I wanted to tell you something..." His voice trailed off, "You know what it does not matter! Would it be alright if I stayed here for a little longer?" Martyn stopped right in front of me.

I was still frozen. I didn't know what to say. Martyn left and then came back eviler than ever. "Layla!" He would shout. I snapped out of my thoughts. "Layla I need this I will explain everything. I'm sorry but please!" Martyn would beg. "I don't understand. Why do you want to stay here for a little longer?" I can't believe I was asking that. "Layla, I don't want to go back. I do not need to go back. Please. You can understand me now more than ever" He would smile. I blushed at the smile but then I shook my head. "Fine! Martyn, you can stay but please promise you will tell me everything!" I replied. "Promise..." Martyn smiled again and tied his pinky finger with mine.

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End of Chapter Nine!

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