(Amber’s POV)
The thing that I told Krystal must have hurt her so much.
Yes, I know that it hurts.
But that’s the truth…
And the truth always hurt.
“I’m sorry.” I whispered as I look back.
I see a figure of a sitting girl there where I left her.
It’s Krystal…
Sitting….
And I know…
She’s crying.
I’m sorry, Krystal.
***
“Woah~! This is so tasty! Thank you!” I heard Andy’s voice saying these behind this door.
To whom is he talking to?
I entered quickly to see who it is.
Dark brown haired, tall guy with blue eyes.
He’s standing next to my brother’s bed, ripping an apple.
I dropped my bag due to shock.
Andy drew a sweet smile with his pale lips.
“Sister, you came.” He cheerfully welcomed me.
“What are you…”
“I visited because he requested me.” Cyrus reasoned out even before I could finish my sentence.
“Yeah! Actually, Bro brought some fruits for me so that I will be stronger. How about that, Sis?” Andy boasted.
Still, his smile never left his face.
Seeing him smile makes me want to jump with joy.
I’ve never seen my brother smile like this much.
I continued chatting and eating with these two guys.
Actually, after five years, this is my first time to have chitchat for so long.
Because of my sideline as a thief, I didn’t manage to have time chitchatting with others.
And now, I’m happy that I’m able to do it again.
***
“Andy had so much fun today.” I said walking to the side of Cyrus.
He’s looking at the night view of the sea from here, at the rooftop.
He looked back and drew a smile.
I stopped walking when I’m beside him.
“For how many years have he suffered?”he asked.
“Five.”
“Five years?! How come you’re so strong and cool at school?” he said amazed.
“Don’t you know that I’m an orphan?” I asked.
I don’t know. I think it’s time to let him know.
He looked at me in shock.
I smirked.
“Therefore, I and Andy… are not blood-related.”
“But you care for and love him so much. How come?” He asked confused.
“I found him on the streets when he was four years old alone. He was crying so much and was really pitiful. Despite of the fact that I am an orphan too, and I was also striving hard to survive without getting adopted, I took care of him.” I narrated.
I drew a smile as I tell him my story.
“Why didn’t you send him to the orphanage instead?” he asked.
“That was my primary plan. But as time goes on, I learnt to love him as my own brother. Besides, I was also longing for a family. So, I just adopted him.”
“You matured early, huh?” he commented.
“Yes. I stand as his mother and father. That’s why, now that he’s sick… I don’t know what to do…” I paused and sighed.
“If I’ll lose him… I’ll probably lose my life direction. ..
I don’t know how to continue living with nothing.
I don’t want to lose him…
‘cause he’s the only one I have in my life.” I said sadly.
The tears are forming on my eyes but I keep on holding it.
No, Amber.
You can’t cry.
(End of Amber’s POV)
(Cyrus’ POV)
Listening to her story, I felt her sadness.
Hearing her trembling voice, I know, she’s holding up her tears.
May be this makes something in my heart crumple.
My body suddenly moved without any permission from my brain.
My hands unlocked my necklace, the globe surrounded by a headphone…
I transferred it to her.
“That signifies strength for me.”
She reached for the pendant and think for awhile.
“You need strength, so keep it.” I said without looking at her.
Man, this is awkward.
And the other thing that makes it more awkward is… she seems to be looking at me still.
And my body opposed my brain again.
My hands grabbed and pulled her to me.
I embraced and made her head lean on my shoulder.
“Just cry now. Don’t hold it back, it will hurt more.” I advised as I tap her back softly.
“Stop this nonsense.” She said as she tries to push me away.
But I hold her tighter.
As she insists on pushing me away, her tears finally came out.
For the second time, I see her tears.
But now, it’s not because I hurt her…
But because of the pain that imprisoned her for many years.
And as I hear her cries, all I could feel is pain.
Amber…
What power do you possess?
How come you’ve controlled me this much?
“Just give it all. After that, you’ll feel better, and free.” I said as I comb her hair with my fingers.
(End of Cyrus’ POV)
