E.T. (A Neptune's Novel)

Chapter 27

     "Justin, I need to tell you something..." I started. Justin looked at me with surprised eyes and said, "It can wait for a while, can't it?" he smiled cheekily.

     "Immediately." I pressed on.

          I know I'm starting off really rude, but I thought if i couldn't say this to im now then when? I know that he would be hurt by what I would say. I know that too well. That crushing feeling before when he was bullied. I never had the strength to spill the same thing like this.

     "Alrighty then, Dy. What is it you want me to know?" he asked looking at me with those puppy-and teary eyes.

     "I...I went to the doctor last time and..." I trailed off. I could feel that lump in my throat starting to build/

     "And then you found out you have nodes? Too much 'Pitch Perfect', dear." he laughed. And though the tears are slowly falling out of my eyes, my hands still smacked Justin's head.

     "S-Stupid. That's not it. I went there and took medical tests, of course. Yesterday morning the result came in." I slowly continued.

     "And then what?" Justin urged for me to speak.

     "I found out that...I-I have stage two leukemia." I whispered. Hoping he didn't hear. Hoping nobody noticed.

         And it's like he shut down. One moment, I thought I had the old Justin back. Then I saw that familiar pain flashed through his eyes. That same pain I was too scared to see again. he's not moving, he's not talking, he's not doing anything. And that's what I'm usually scared of. Seeing him like this brought worry on my heart.

     "What?! Please, say something. What are you thinking? I begged to him.

         After that, he stood up and started walking out the cafe. I took my bag and walked quickly behind him. I saw Stacey stare with those solemn eyes and I hated every second that she's seeing me like this. This is so horrible. I hate crying in front of people. I grabbed his arms and pulled him to me. I hugged Justin and I started breaking down. Justin's arms held me against him. I could feel him shaking against me. Tears are starting to roll on his cheeks.

     That strong and brave man that came back to Florida months ago, was once again gone.

     "Why tell me that now? Why not exactly when you got the results? I could have been there to help you. I could have been there to pick you up."  he asked me while sobbing.

     "I'm so sorry I told Neptune first before you and Bethany. I just don't want you guys to be worried about me. I know you have so much of problems at home and at school. I don't want to add up anymore." I defended myself.

     "Do you really think Neptune isn't balling his eyes out right now? Do you think he's having the best time of his life? No! No one would. And we're your best buds. We've been like that for so long. This is something you need to tell." Justin exclaimed

     "I'm just not ready. Please, don't be so angry at me. I'm too tired of crying. I want you back, Justin. I'm sorry." I pleaded.

     "I know. I only do not want you hiding things from me. Remember I am your best friend. I am always here for you. I will never leave you." he assured me with that soothing voice.

          I don't know what happened. It was the last thing I heard. Everything went pitch black. I scanned my surroundings. I reached out for something with my hands. I felt a pull from Justin's hand, but it was not enough to pull me back.

Author's Note:

           This will be a bit of a long note. Hi! So I uploaded after like 3 and a half months. Or was it four? And I apologize to all of my readers. Especially those who are waiting for E.T. And I am proud to tell you that E.T. will be finished on April 21. Yes, this would be the third to the last of the remaining chapter. or 4 if you will count in the Epilogue.

            It's been two years since I started E.T. And I would miss everyone I created. Every idea. I know that it will always be a part of me. Anyway, stay tuned for Chapter 28 that will be uploaded next week Monday or Tuesday. That's all for now. Everything will be typed on the Acknowledgement part. Haha. :D

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