~"Youth is a valuable and short-lived stage of life and should be treasured and used wisely."~
-Eniale
Viella
As soon as I opened the door, Doctor Liam greeted me with a warm smile.
I hesitated for a moment, feeling a sudden urge to turn and run away. But i took a deep breath and stepped into the room. Liam gestured for me to take a seat next to his desk. As I sat down and I could see the concern in his eyes
"I have some news to share with you"Liam began, his voice heavy with sympathy and I swallowed hard, feeling a mixture of fear and curiosity "What is it doctor?" He paused for a moment, trying to gather his words before delivering the news.
"I'm Afraid you have a Brain Tumor."
He said softly, his gaze unwavering and at that very moment I felt my world spin as his words sunk in.
I didn't even hear the rest of his explanation because the words "Brain Tumor" echoed in my head like a relentless drumbeat.
I felt numb and unable to process the reality of my situation, brain tumor? How could this be happening? questions and doubts flooded my mind.
Liam Noticed my reaction and gently tapped my shoulder, bringing me back to the reality again
"Viella, I know this is a lot to take in" He said Earnestly
"But we'll get you through this, There are treatment options available"
"I...I need a moment to think about it"
I stammered, my mind still in a whirl.
"Can I have some time to consider my options?" Liam nodded with empathy.
"Ofcourse, it's a lot to process"
As I stood up to leave, my legs felt like they were made of lead.
"Thank you for telling me doctor"
The words I managed to say sounded distant and hollow, and without waiting for a response I turned and made my way out of the office.
How should I tell my parents about this? They would be flabbergasted.
I thought to myself then Tears started welling up in my eyes as I walk towards the exit, and once i was outside I saw my car in the parking lot Followed by the beautiful background of a sunset.
I sat behind and wiped my tears before telling my driver that I need to go home immediately.
My parents own an art gallery and as a child I have always been interested in paintings which is why I became an artist, but on the other hand it felt like an obligation than a talent.
But sometimes it also saves me from the night's I don't have someone with me to hear my problem's, so instead of saying words, I paint them and let other people guess the story behind my paintings.
On the way home we got stopped in a long line of cars at red light and then minutes ticked like hours, the golden light shine's through the car window, Emphasizing my ocean eyes. I instructed my driver to turn on the car's audio, as I hadn't gotten any news from the outside world in a long while, due to the fact that everyday my schedule is full.
As we patiently waited, the reporter's voice filled the car, sharing the grim news that there was a murderer on the loose. She went on to inform us that 7 people had already become the murderer's victims, and that each of them was found with a black thread tied around their necks after they died.
It was horrifying to listen to the news about the murders. I asked my driver to turn off the audio as I couldn't bear hearing any more details about such horrifying acts. It's hard to believe that someone could commit such crimes, and just hearing about it sent shivers down my spine. The world can be a chaotic and terrifying place at times
As the traffic remained stagnant, a feeling of boredom and frustration settled in. While looking at the window I noticed a church at the side of the road, I told my driver that I need to get out of the car for a moment.
I have never been to church alone since I'm not really fond of praying...however today I found myself drawn to it's presence, like I need to go inside and just rant my situation in my prayer.
Numbly, I stepped inside and saw a few people who are also praying. I sat on one of the empty pew and started praying, my eyes glued to the figure portrayed a deep suffering and pain in the middle of the chapel who died and bleed on the cross. I still remember very well the night my mom told me the story of his suffering.
At that moment while my attention was on the cross, a figure took the seat beside me And I acted like I was unaware until I finished praying. I glance to see the person who sat beside me and my eyes widened on how attractive he look.
-to be continued.
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Recalling of Hue
रोमांसAs Viella pursued a quiet, ordinary life, chaos seemed to follow her at every turn. And then, just when she received the devastating news of a brain tumor, everything changed. Luciano, her opposite in every way, entered into her life. He was a man w...
