Story of You & Me

Me (Secret Spilled?)

Wednesday
28th of Oct

Dear You,

I woke up feeling hot. Hot in the sense that I  could be getting cold anytime soon. I went with my chores and readied myself for school. I have finished my old and new assignments and projects yesterday and was barely able to sleep for just a few hours.

Last night we had our farewell party for the twin Lucas and Loki because today they will be fetched by their new family. A couple of professionals who can't have a baby of their own. Last night was a bittersweet moment for all of us. We talked about how they came to HH, what are they when they are much small and what we hope they will become in the future.

I know that they are just 8 years old but they are very smart. In fact, Loki is gifted in arts while Lucas is a borderline genius. At a young age, they show signs of their capabilities, sad to say HH can't cater all of their needs that's why we are so happy that someone will adopt them and can give them what they need most... family.

So today, as I walked to my first class I felt nauseous but I willed myself to focus. Hyun texted me earlier that she will miss school today because they are celebrating the death anniversary of his grandfather (which is a big thing to them).

Classes passed and I was so happy that the bell rang for our break. I headed to the library and sat at my favorite spot, grab a book and made it a pillow. I closed my eyes as I was again nauseous and cold sweat covered my forehead and upper lip.

The next thing I know, I woke up lying down in a bed with an IV in my hand. What shocked me more is that you are at my bedside.

You are sleeping peacefully with your head close to my arm. I was debating whether to wake you up or let you sleep in but I choose the latter. I looked at you really closely (creepy I know!) and smiled. You are so handsome its a sin.

I almost touched your hair but I willed myself not to touch them. Your hair brushing your forehead, your brow is bushy (but not so bushy), long eyelashes fanning your eyes, those high nose with freckles that is barely noticeable, (from my angle I can count seven faint freckles which is the cutest), and those kissable pinkish lips just waiting to be kissed and your oh so innocent face when you sleep. Creepy much right? *wink*

Just as I was about to sit myself up, you must have noticed my movement because you stirred in your slumber and sat alert. You focused on me and gave a big sigh.

"You scared me there Griffin. I thought you are dead! Imagine seeing you haunched in a  book, blood oozing your nose, cold sweat in your forehead and sleeping like a log. What will you think?" I looked at you wide-eyed and you looked at me worriedly.

"I'm sorry. I just.. Are you okay? Do I need to call the nurse?" You have that tinge of pink in your cheeks but I just ignore it.

"I'm in the clinic, right? How long I've been here by the way?" I looked at the room and sure enough, I know where I am.

"You've been here for three long hours. Wait up, I'll just get Nurse Jane for you." You looked at me as if you are contemplating whether to stay or get the nurse that's why I just nod and smile at you reassuringly.

Nurse Jane came and ask me questions and in the whole time, you were just at my side which gave me a fuzzy feeling in the pit of my stomach.

"You are exhausted that's why I recommend you to have a good sleep and less stress for a week. I know that studying is stressful and... Are you working?" She looked at me and as I nod in response she nods her head.

"If possible you have to ask for sick leave and relaxed for three days at least. Oh, I almost forgot, I called your house and was shocked to hear from them." She looked at you while I know that I became paler. Its as if she's contemplating going on and finished what she'd been telling with an audience.

"I think I should get some water for you or something." Being smart that you are I think that you guessed that whatever the nurse is saying is that it's personal and sort of a secret. I was grateful that you understand this and make your way out of the room.

"Sorry. I was not being mindful of my mouth. I guess that you are keeping it a secret to everyone?" I nodded. "Anyway, its better if you visit the hospital and have a thorough examination." I just nod my head and thank the nurse once again.

To tell you the truth, no one knows that I live in an orphanage, (well except for Hyun)  even the teachers there are oblivious. I'm not ashamed that I lived in an orphanage but my only concern is the look in everyone when they discovered that info. I guess I don't want everyone's pitying looks or I don't want to be bullied by it.

You came back a minute later telling me that you have practice and that he can't wait for my 'parents'. I told him it's okay and thank him again for bringing me to the nurse and we bid our goodbyes.

From,
Me