We will survive in this cruel world.
At least I'll die trying to save yours.
~*~
The world had come to an end, the world's population getting reduced to more than half.
Who died?
All the woman and the children.
Who was left? All the men and the corp...
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Death has always been something that loomed over your family. Its shadows were constantly reminding you of its presence as it followed you and your sister as coughs and sleepless nights of high fevers and aching muscles.
Going to the zoo or playing at the park was an occurrence that never happened. School was out of the question. You and your sister were always stuck in your rooms that only had a bed and a window that was shut closed and covered with curtains that only opened at night when the harsh rays of the sun went down.
You knew you didn't have long; you knew that even if your parents denied it.
You weren't scared of death. In reality, you wished it would come quickly so you could be free from the pain you lived in.
"Oppa..."
The older boy gave you a sad, yet hopeful smile as he placed his larger hand on your head, giving it gentle pets.
"It's okay, Y/N. We'll see each other soon after Eomma and Appa help treats you and Noona. Then we can finally go to the park for a picnic you wanted since you were little," the older boy grinned, flashing his white teeth. His hands migrated down your arm before taking hold of your fingers, giving them a reassuring, gentle squeeze.
You forced yourself to smile, feeling your whole body crying out in pain as your older brother leaned forward to plant a soft kiss on your forehead.
"I love you, Y/N."
Your parched lips parted as you returned his words, your dead eyes staring at your brother as his eyes teared up.
The boy who was only two years older than you felt his heart clench as he took in your hollowed cheeks and pale skin. You were doing worse than their older sister who was at least able to walk out of her bed.
"I'll see you soon, Twinkle."
A lie...
"Yeah," you smile one last time, "I'll see you soon, Sunshine."
Another lie.
You weren't going to see him anytime soon, you knew it.
Death never scared you.
And he was now knocking on your door, waiting to take you away.
