Winter Tragedy ~Sequel to Summer...Tragedy?~

Chapter Twelve: Simple but Effective

Liam's POV:

"Will she wake up anytime soon?" I asked the nurse. Nikki has been in the hospital for two days now and she hasn't woken up. The only thing the doctors know is that she isn't in a coma and should be waking up soon, but that last part they said yesterday morning.

"I'm not sure if I could share anymore information with you, Mr. Payne. After all, you aren't family." The nurse said. I sighed, knowing I can't argue, even though I am her boyfriend and I'm the closest family she has. I even told the nurse that.

"I understand." I lied. I didn't understand. Like I said, I am the closet family she has and I don't know anything about her condition. They refuse to tell me, and that is what I don't get. Seriously, who else are they going to tell? Her mother in Connecticut? Her father? They don't have enough money to have her parents constantly call to see if she was better. Which is why I volunteered, but I can't because they won't tell me anything.

"Glad you understand." The nurse said, smiling at me. I wanted to tell her that I really didn't, but it's best not to argue. Besides, I already know what they'll say. Something like, 'I'm sorry Mr. Payne, but I cannot tell you any information then I already had because you aren't family.' Too bad I didn't say I was her fiancé when I first brought her here. Than maybe I could've got some information.

"Whatever." I mumbled under my breath while the nurse left. I tried to calm myself down, but I couldn't. I'm supposed to go to a concert tonight and I can't knowing Nikki is in the hospital. I mean, she could die.

I decided I would go to the cafeteria. I had to get a drink, my throat was so dry. I made my way down the deserted hallway with the florescent lights above me lighting the way. I shoved my hands into my pockets trying to warm them up. The hospital was freezing.

The only noise being made was my feet, thudding against the tiled floor and the occasional roll of wheels and coughs from sick patients in rooms. I didn't expect it to be crowded and such. The nurses are usually always occupied with patients.

It must feel really good to be a doctor. Knowing that you're saving lives as a career. But, right now it's not just any life, it's Nikki's life. It's the love of my life's life. I don't want to lose her and when she wakes up, I won't waste anymore time.

And with that, instead of going to the cafeteria in the hospital, I went out to the parking lot to get into my car to drive to the place I need to go right now.

 Nikki's POV:

The slight murmurs and slight feet tapping of feet sounded louder than usual. Did I get like supper-sensitive hearing? Ooh, am I a vampire?

I opened my eyes slightly and that is the first question that came out of my mouth. Usually it is 'What happened' or 'Where am I?' but, I'm not like those cliché books and movies, so I didn't. I asked if I was a vampire and I regret nothing.

I heard a laugh and than someone say, "No, why would you think that? Some sort of dream, babe?" I furrowed my eyebrows. No one called me babe except, occasionally, Liam. Liam! Oh no! Shit, he is going to be pissed at me. Why didn't I call that line instead of result to a razor blade.?

"No, no um I just, um yeah." I replied. I knew Liam would be so mad and I didn't want to get on his nerves so I shouldn't talk so much. That'd be best for all of us, right? I should just let him talk and keep my mouth shut.

"Nikki, are you all right?" Liam asked, grabbing my hand kneeling down by my bedside. I nodded my head as a nurse walked in and started to do the usual nurse stuff. Ask me how I was and checked my eyes and nose and stuff while Liam stayed by my side, my hand in his.

"Okay, you are perfectly fine. I prescribing you a different type of anti-depression and if that doesn't work you may have to go to a rehabilitation center." The nurse informed. Pain hit me like a punch in the gut.

I hated being in depression. It's like a big hole and no matter how hard I try, I couldn't get out. I could just sit there and let time move on without me. I tried. I really did. But, I could never get out. So, I guess the razor blade became my best friend. The only thing that would stay with me while the world went on without me.

"That sounds great, thank you." Liam said, smiling, not looking anywhere but my eyes and in his voice, anyone could hear the happiness. Maybe he wasn't pissed. Maybe he is just happy I'm okay. Alright, who am I kidding, he is pissed but he just wants to be nice in front of the nurse. Than Liam will live happily ever after with her. The thought made me sigh and look away from Liam.

"What's the matter Nikki?" Liam asked, trying to get my eye contact again, but I avoided him. He is already disappointed in me. Why make it any worse? So, I'll ignore him until he goes away like he should. Sounds good.

Besides, who would want to be in my life? I'm just some depressed teenager. Amanda left me mentally and Emma chose to stay with Amanda. I have no idea why Liam is still here and the rest of the boys are here because Liam is here.

"Nothing." I mumbled, trying to restrain Liam from pestering me, but knowing Liam he won't stop until I tell him. And, as I thought he asked me a bunch of times what was wrong. But, I have to admit, because I kept saying nothing he kept pestering.

"Nikki, I'm going to ask you one more time, what's wrong? I want to know the truth. You know I'm here for you." Liam said again. I sighed, knowing been defeated. As much as I hate knowing he'll leave me, I can't lie to him. He is my everything.

"It's just, you are probably so mad at me. I took a razor and harmed myself. How are you still with me Liam? How come you're here next to me?" I said my thoughts out loud. It was nice to finally get all my feelings out. Of course it wasn't all my feelings. I have too many to comprehend, but I really needed to get that off my chest

I saw Liam take a deep breath and than he opened his mouth and said, "Nikki, I love you. You went through a tough time, okay. I may never understand what you are going through but I do know that I love you and that no matter what happens I want you to know, that I want to be with you every step of the way."

Tears started to form. The speech Liam was saying was bringing tears to my eyes. He a truly perfect. It just sucks that he is going to leave me. It really does. I do love him, but he should do better than  depressed girl.

"So, um, I want to ask you something." Liam said. I was paying attention, but I wasn't looking at him. I would've burst into tears by now if I did. But, I did look at him and my breath hitched in my throat.

"Will you, marry me?"

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Two words; holy shit

Like last chapter I got that idea while writing this chapter

Ohmigod, I love this plot twist. I seriously couldn't stop smiling while writing this. Sorry...

Anyway, as you can tell, my mom gave me my laptop back so that's good right? I know it is.

And who has seen This Is Us? I have and it is amazing! It was the best movie ever! I want to go see it again a million bajillion times! Okay, sorry fangirl moment. Sorry...

Anyway...

Will she say yes or no?

Vote and comment Jewels, I want to know what you think!

**Jules**