My weakness

Chapter 16 : Hospital.

Hospital Room - Evening

Jesse walks into the hospital room, anxiously glancing at his mom who lies on the bed, weakened by illness. Billie follows, sensing Jesse's distress. As they approach, his mom looks up with a faint smile.

Jesse's Mom: (Weakly) Jesse, sweetheart. It's good to see you.

Jesse: (Hugging his mom gently) Hey, Mom. I missed you.

Billie stands by the door, empathizing with the emotional reunion. She catches Jesse's eye and offers a reassuring smile.

Billie: (Softly to Jesse) I'm here for you.

Jesse's mom notices Billie's presence and gestures her to come closer.

Jesse's Mom: You must be Billie. Jesse talks a lot about you.

Billie: (Nervously smiling) Yeah, that's me. Nice to finally meet you.

As the conversation continues, emotions well up in Billie. She excuses herself, feeling overwhelmed. Outside the room, she leans against the wall, tears welling up in her eyes.

Jesse: (Noticing Billie's distress) Hey, what's wrong?

Billie: (Sniffling) I hate seeing you sad. Your mom... it's just...

Jesse pulls Billie into a tight embrace, seeking solace in each other's arms.

Jesse: (Whispering) I appreciate you being here, Billie. It means the world to me.

Billie: (Hugging back) I love you, Jesse.

In an effort to find comfort amidst the chaos, Jesse lays his head on Billie's chest, listening to the steady rhythm of her heartbeat.

As the evening unfolds, Jesse and Billie find a quiet corner in the hospital room. Billie sits on the chair, and Jesse, overcome with fatigue and worry, decides to rest his head on her chest.

Billie: (Gently stroking Jesse's hair) It's going to be okay, Jesse. Your mom is strong, and she has you.

Jesse: (Sighing) I know, but it's just hard to see her like this.

Billie continues to comfort Jesse, her hand soothingly running through his hair. The soft hum of the hospital machinery provides a backdrop to their quiet moment.

Billie: (Whispering) We'll get through this together. You're not alone.

Jesse listens to the rhythmic beats of Billie's heart, finding solace in the steady sound. It becomes a comforting lullaby, temporarily easing the weight on his shoulders.

Jesse: (Murmuring) Your heart... it's like a reassuring melody.

Billie: (Smiling) I'm here for you, Jesse. Always.

As the minutes pass, the weight of the situation finally takes its toll on Jesse. Exhausted physically and emotionally, he succumbs to the pull of sleep. His head, still resting on Billie's chest, rises and falls with the steady cadence of her breathing.

Billie: (Softly) Let him rest. He needs it.

Billie, careful not to disturb Jesse, watches over him with a tenderness reserved for someone she deeply cares about. The dim hospital lights cast a gentle glow on their intertwined figures, creating a serene scene amidst the turmoil.

Nurse: (Entering quietly) I'll check in on you two later.

As the nurse exits, Billie continues to sit there, a silent guardian over Jesse.
Jesse jolts awake, his breaths coming in short gasps, panic etched across his face. Billie, alarmed by his sudden distress, moves closer, offering comfort.