chapter 2: fire extinguisher

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Blaze's POV

I wiped my tears away. I had no time for crying, none. Pain shot through me again and again as I limped hastily. I glimpsed down at my bleeding leg and flinched. Crimson red blood flowed continuously out of a giant wound.

Feeling faint, I collapsed on the hard concrete floor. I have no idea where I am. I've been hobbling blindlessly.

The sun had already set, the sky a golden hue. Now it was pitch black, the stars blinking faintly. My wounds stung from the merciless wind that blew gleefully.

I didn't know if I should......

I valued my life a lot. But, recently? Tanah said self harm was horrible. Of course everyone, including me, agreed. That was long before I knew what depression was. Now, I didn't actually know what to do.

Is it weird that life doesn't bring me joy anymore? As if I'm stuck in a cycle. Any time I'm living, I'm hurting deep inside.

I clenched my fists and slammed them against my knees, ignoring the pain. Angry tears slid down my cheek, furious and fast. I curled up into a ball and let it all out, forgetting I was in the middle of a road.

Then, a gleaming beam of light, a too-late screech and- darkness embraced me warmly. Oh, finally. All my worries would be gone. But... my brothers. I shook my head. Well, tried. I was fully aware that I was unconscious.

Why couldn't I have died? Ugh. Nevermind. I hope my brothers are doing well. They probably are since they don't have to carry a burden like me. Air.. Would he.. Care? I forced the thought out of my mind.

I was a stupid mistake. I am- was useless. It was so dumb of me to expect my brothers to do something for my birthday. I didn't deserve it.

'How's the weather?' a comforting voice said. I turned to meet a pair of warm, golden eyes. Tanah. 'Pretty cold,' I responded jokingly. 'I just wanted to say.... I'm proud of you, Api. You did well.' he beamed proudly as he embraced me in a warm, comforting hug. Tears welled up in my eyes.

Tanah patted my head affectionately. 'Don't give up yet, Api. You've come so far. I love you.' 'All of us do.' a familiar voice agreed. I glanced up. The rest of my brothers were there. Daun smiled fondly at me. My brothers.... Loved me? 'Thank you.' I whispered softly.

They started fading. 'Don't go!' I yelped fearfully. They couldn't leave.... Then I realised. They weren't real. 'Please...' "Sorry Api. We believe in you.' Then they were gone.

And so was I.

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