Battle of Hearts: Two

Chapter 6

Chapter 6

After hearing Cameron's message, a daunting feeling hit me. I had replied with a simple 'Okay' and was waiting for his 'important talk'. Different possibilities were running through my mind. But what he said was something I never expected.

I fell down the stairs at home and... let's just say my lower back couldn't get worse. Doctor has strictly told surgery is the only option left. Or it could develop into cancer. I may not be able to play basketball from UCLA.

I stared at the words for long, contemplating till everything made sense.So much had happened in his life and he was telling me now? Here, I was enjoying my life when his life had become miserable. I couldn't imagine how much pain he had suffered.

When did this happen? And are you alright? -A

Um... Two days before. Yeah, I'm fine. -C

Something told me he wasn't. Even if the big smiley face attached to the text said something else.

You're not fine. Don't lie to me. -A

I'm not lying. I'm fine... -C

Seriously, do you think I can't tell when you're lying? -A

Ok, ok. I'm not. It freaking hurts but I don't want you to be worried and all. -C

Come on, something's hurting you. How can I not worry? I wish I could do something to take your pain away. -A

You don't know how much that made me smile. I know, I can always count on you. -C

No but I want to take away your pain forever. -A

Sweetheart that's not possible... God, how much I wish to see you right now... -C

Me too. I'm sorry I couldn't be with you. -A

He told me he will not be able to play basketball and will eventually have to give up that scholarship. He was extremely sad he wouldn't be able to join UCLA's basketball team. I think it made him sadder that we weren't able to spent time together anymore. Everything in his life was turning against him and I felt guilty for not being by his side.

I'm sorry, I can't seem to help you in anyway. -A

You support me enough, dork. Don't beat yourself up over it. I love you, okay? -C

Okay. -A

You know you have to say it back when someone says it to you. -C

Nope. -A

Some girlfriend I have. -C

I looked at the time. It was already two, time flied whenever I talked to him. One hour turns to four hours without one of us noticing.

Get some sleep. I don't want you to strain your back. When's your surgery? -A

Next week. -C

Okay now, go sleep Miller. And take care of yourself. -A

Hmm, I'll try to. Good night. -C

And Miller? -A

Yeah? -C

I love you too. -A

I know. -C

And then he probably slept.

I'm not a religious person, but that night I prayed to god to keep him healthy and happy. I prayed that I see him as soon as possible and help him during his troubled times. Without even realizing, a tear fell from my eyes and soaked the pillow.