Walls

Chapter 28 part2

I felt a light tap on my shoulder which woken me up. I looked up and saw Michelle smiling at me.

"Sorry to wake you up but my shift will end in an hour. Doctors would take rounds in a few."

"Yeah. Sorry, I didn't noticed I fell asleep. Thank you."

Michelle left me as I fixed myself. I didn't noticed I fell asleep last night beside Jace's bed. I got up and whispered to Jace's ear that I will be back.

I went to Krissy's apartment to have a quick shower. Krissy has left for another flight. She was hesitant to leave me alone especially with the scenario I am in but I eventually convinced her I will be fine.

After eating breakfast I grabbed Jace's phone. I needed to tell his parents about Jace. I know they are worried. I wouldn't deny that I am afraid to tell them, but I know I needed to.

I closed my eyes as I wait for the receiver to accept the call. I can feel my heartbeat racing as I hear the ringing.

"Jace honey? Good thing you called! Your father and I was dead worried about you!" I heard Jace's mother's voice.

For a moment I was hesitant to talk.

"Jace? Are you there?"

"I'm sorry but this isn't Jace." I managed to say.

"Oh is this you Danielle? Are you two back together? I was deeply praying for the both of you." I can feel the the hope rising from her tone. Too bad I had to spill the bad news.

"Hija? Are you still there? Why are you quiet? Is everything okay? Where is Jace?"

"I'm sorry." I said as I lose to fight the tears forming in my eyes.

"What do you mean? Where is Jace? Is he alright? What happened?" She said almost hysterically.

"H-He.. He met an accident while he was saving me." I said in between sobs.

"Oh heavens! What happened? Where is he? Oh my poor baby. Tell me he is fine. Please!"

"I'm so sorry. He is in comatose."

I heard a loud crying over the line. I couldn't help it. I wish it would just be me. It was better if I was the one in Jace's place.

"I'm so sorry. You needed to come here." I said as I turn off the call.

I feel gloomy. Instead of uplifting a fraction of weight from my chest, I feel it doubled. I can still hear how Jace's mom cried as she heard. I genuinely loved her but I know I needed to tell her, I needed to tell Jace's parents.

I sat on the floor as I pulled my knees in. I so wanted to give up. I wanted this pain to end. I can feel every corner of the room dragging me down. I feel so heavy.

I can't help but tears flow from my eyes. If I could just turn back time.

I felt my phone vibrated.

I wiped my tears and pressed the answer button.

"Yes? Danielle speaking."

"Yel, this is me, Janet."

I sat properly upon hearing her voice. Janet was one of the nurses that were assigned for Jace.

"What happened Janet? Is Jace okay?" I can't help but worse scenarios were flashing in my mind.

"Dr. Guevarra wanted to talk with you. If possible with Jace's parents."

"I just talked to them. I guess they'll be here within this week. Tell Dr. Guevarra that I am already on my way." I said as I stood up and tried to fix myself.

It took me around 10minutes to reach the ICU. My mind was busy guessing what the doctor would probably say. I knocked the room for physicians which is connected to the ICU. I opened in and found Dr. Guevarra.

"Dr. Guevarra, Janet said you were looking for me?" I approached him.

"Yes, Danielle. Where are Jace's parents?"

"I just told them, I believe they'll be here within this week."

"Okay, I'll be honest with you." He started. "Jace is in a very bad shape. I bet you know he is still unresponsive. I have tried couple of tests, revision of medications but still there was no improvement."

At that very moment I wanted to cry. I felt my knees weaken. Dr. Guevarra must have noticed for he assisted me to the nearby chair. In my mind, all I could hear is my voice saying "No."

"Yesterday, as you knew, I had him underwent CT Scan. I just got the result and I found that though there were no signs of hemorrhage, the initial trauma may cause memory loss. Though we can't still prove this unless he wakes up, but I am already telling you the possibilities."

"Memory loss?" I hear as it echoes in my ears.

"But do not worry, I will do my best for him. Let us not lose hope." He said as he pat my shoulder.

I absent-mindedly walked outside. I glimpsed Jace inside. He was still there, lying on his bed. With different medical apparatus attached to him. If I could just trade place with him, I would gladly accept it. It hurts me more seeing him like this while here I am, perfectly fine with just the smallest and lightest bruises. I turned and closed the door behind me.

I walked and walked and found myself crying in the hospital chapel.

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