E.T. (A Neptune's Novel)

Chapter 14

     The trip to the hospital is longer than I could remember. I can’t even count the minutes passing by of Justin, lying on a stretcher with blood coming out from everywhere. His eyes staring at me, often smiling whenever I’m telling him everything will be fine that he will live after all this. That I will make those bastards pay for what they’ve done to Justin.

    All through out the journey, Neptune stayed quiet and pale. Often looking at me too maybe expecting me to just burst out anytime.Of course he’s nervous. He never encountered anything like this from Neptune before. He’s different and the things we do here seems unfamiliar to him.

       At last, we arrived at the nearest hospital there is in our town. Justin was delivered to the ICU because the nurses said he needs to be treated tonight. And the operation might be bad for him and we can only hope for the best, because even for them, the’re not real sure if Justin’s body will be able to accept the pain and change he’ll be receiving. Justin and my parents arrived at the hospital too. Asking me what happened but I’m so preoccupied by the accident. M heads swimming with the possibilities that can give me an hint who those jerks are really. I can’t bear to stop thinking for a second because I know that if I do, I’m weak. That I’m giving up on an idea that may help my best friend who’s lying there, dying.

 Dying.

    I wonder how that must’ve felt for him. Death taking you away from everyone who’s dear for you because it’s already your time. The reaper ducking your breath away, removing the life that has been ours for how many years.

    But not my best friend. Not my Justin. Not him. Not yet. Not ever. I’m not ready. I can’t lose him yet. There are so many things out there for us. I walked towards the little chapel inside the hospital. I knelt and prayed silently. I’m not a religious person. I don’t attends masses every Sundays. I don’t fully believe in God. But now I do. He’s the only one I can hold on to. And I know that in his power my best friend could live longer.

 God,

      I’m sorry for all the wrong things I’ve ever done. Maybe I haven’t been a good child for you. But know I am here to tell you and reach out for help. You’re the only one who knows what to do.

I know this is too much to ask but we’re talking about my best friend here. Justin. The guy had been you’re ever servant. He’s been a good boy and wants nothing but the best for everyone. I know I’ve been a bad friend but right now I am here, ever ready to change myself. Change and go back to the old us. The only thing that I want you to know is that, I need my best friend back. Not because of my selfishness but because I need Justin with me. I don’t wanna lose him yet. I don’t wanna lose him. Not yet.    

     I saw Neptune leaning on the front door of the chapel with his hands inside his jacket’s pockets. He smiled ever so lightly when he saw me look at him. His index finger motioned me to come to him. And I did.

     “Stop crying, Mandy. Justin wouldn’t want you crying in front of him when he wakes up.” He smiled.

     “Is the operation done already, Neptune? I’m really hoping I could see him.” I asked.

     “It’s done. A while ago. The doctor said we could visit him.” He carefully answered, choosing the words he uses.

      We hurriedly ran, approaching the room of Justin, never expecting what we will see and hear from him. I quietly entered his room. My hands flew up on my mouth. Justin, lying there with so many machines working to try and revive him. Tears wildly escaped from my eyes. Dextrose and the monitor that shows his pulse rate and the machine that looks like lungs to help him breathe. (Excuse my explanation. But I don’t really know what are they called.) The doctor walked to us and told us what is happening and if it will end.  

     “I just want to inform you that Justin is experiencing mild comatose. This usually happens to those who had strong impacts to them. It’ll probably last for a month or two. Or maybe longer. We aren’t sure. He’s already safe but then we need to regularly check him for any changes that might happen.” He explained. Nothing mad sense. What comatose is he talking about my best friend is okay, right? Nothing’s wrong!  

    “But we can talk to him, right?” I tried.

        He nodded. My hands clasped each other. “He could hear you. Everything you said. Though it may be a little blur. But he won’t have the energy to answer anything back. So it’s like talking to a dummy or a doll.” He added.

       “Thank you, doctor. We’ll let you know if we need anything. And...up to what time the visiting our will take effect?”

      “From 9:00 in the morning up to 10:00 in the evening. You still have 30 minutes to talk to him and just come back tomorrow morning for another visit.” He smiled.

  “Can’t we just stay here with him? He needs us. And we can’t just leave him here alone. I won’t” I whined. Neptune held me back.

   “Yes ma’m we can. But of course there’s only one person we can allow inside. To avoid unnecessary noises.” He finally approved.

   And I’m sure that I will stay. I’m the one who will be there beside Justine.

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   At last, they approved that I stay here over the night and promised that they will come by tomorrow. And since it’s Monday tomorrow and school is still going on. I let Neptune go by himself for a day. I can’t make him skip school just for me. I sat on a chair beside Justin’s bed while I stroke his cheeks with my fingers. He still looks like the little boy I’ve known years ago. I missed this face. The happy – go – lucky type of guy, doesn’t care about what might others think about him.

   I remembered all those stuffed toys I gave him before. Are they still with him? Every toy has a name. And he still knows it. I hope that he still until now.

      “Why won’t you wake up, Justin. I’ve been worried for you all the day long. Wondering what might you be feeling there inside you while your unconscious. Why won’t you open your eyes and see that everyone cares for you and no on wants you gone. Especially me! I won’t let you go yet. You promised me that we will ride all the rides in the amusement park and we only accomplished 5 of them while there are almost 20 rides still. C’mon Justin, stay awake for me. You’ll miss many things while you’re there. C’mon, Tin. Just open your eyes for me. For us.”I begged and sobbed, gripping, Justin’s hands inside mine.

     Can he hear me? Can he hear all the things I say? I hope he can because I will spill everything just so he’ll be okay again. I’ll even share my lungs. Everything I have. Everything I could. Please, Justin. I want my best friend back here.

  Author's Note:

   I'm so sory guys that I haven't been posting regularly. I'm so sorry to keep you gusy waiting for the next chapter. Anyway here it is and I hope you enjoy.

Justin: You almost killed me, author. -_-

Author: Almost. ^_^

Mandy: Don't do that, author. I'll hate you. >:(

Author: I'll make Neptune hate you too! :D

Mandy: NO! :(

Author: Just kidding. Haha. :D Read on guys and stay tuned for chapter 15! :P