Broken

n i n e t e e n

True love is not a strong, fiery, impetuous passion. It is, on the contrary, an element calm and deep. It looks beyond mere externals, and is attracted by qualities alone. It is wise and discriminating, and its devotion is real and abiding.

Louis POV-

"She's in a coma." the nurse erupted.

"What?" I replied.

"The pills are eating her out alive, we got some out, but most have already done the deed. Her body can't handle being awake and aware at the time being. She could either live or die. Its all up to her brain" she spoke so sure.

"oh." I said.

"I'll give you time to let this sink in, but you can go see her. Her room is a210." the nurse says before walking away.

"Go see her lad, we will wait here." Niall said and Zayn nodded.

I walk up to the room and open the door to reveal Scarlet laying I a bed looking so tied up, restrained.

I hated seeing her like this.

She was meant to be free, loved, happy.

Not like this.

But it was keeping her alive, these wires and tubes.

I lay next to her. I need to hold her. But I can't. So I hold her hand.

She is getting cold so I turn up the hear in the room.

"Scarlet, I know in the romantic movies that when the girl is in a coma the guys talk to her and she can hear him. So, might as well give it a shot. When I first laid eyes on you, I never knew how attached we would become, but I'm not complaining. I have never felt this kind of love towards a girl ever in my life. You are a very special person. Not just special to me, but to so many people. I just can't stand seeing you lifeless like that today, it shed a few years off my life. But in all honesty, I am glad you are in a coma. if you were dead, I wouldn't be able to continue. I- I love you Scarlet Murphy." I said.

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I stayed in her room for days, sometimes the lads would circle in for an hour or so. But I have missed some school so I have to go back today.

I walk into the building and receive a few odd glances.

A girl I didn't recognize walked up to me.

"Where's Scarlet? I heard there was a ambulance at her house a few days ago." she spoke.

"I don't know. and the ambulance wasn't for her." I answered the curly blonde.

"Oh, alright. But If you want, you can sit with me and Luke today." she said.

"Luke Hemmings?"

"Yessir, We have a few classes together I think, so just look for us." she says and walks off.

Alright.

So many people after that asked the same question. I answered the same way and continued on with my day so I could see Scarlet again.

It was lunch and I sat with the blonde, Tina I think and Luke. They are a crazy lot. But I enjoy their company.

"Where's Scar?" Luke asked casually.

Tina slapped his arm. But I answered.

"She isn't well." I answer. it wasn't a lie, but it wasn't the full truth.

"Awe I am sorry to hear that. I hope to see her soon." he replied.

The rest of the lunch, Scarlet was on my mind, I couldn't think of anything else for a split second.

It was last block and I had it with Tina and Luke. They were a cute little couple and I  envied them. I wanted Scarlet here.

When school was over I went to the hospital.

I walked into her room and see all the boys.

" Why weren't you guys at school?" I said.

"We were researching the 'x' man who did this to Scarlet." Liam pipped up.

"Good. And everyone knows something is up. They all know about the ambulance." I said.

"Just ignore them Lou." Harry said.

I didnt reply, I knew I couldn't ignore them. I cannot stand the fact that everyone is talking about her.

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*A week later*

Scarlet still hasn't woken up, she moves a little now, but doesn't speak.

I was now in lunch and I received a text from Niall, the only mate that didn't go to school.

Niall *-*:

Come to the hospital now.

-N

As soon as I read the text I darted out of the school, and drove to the hospital.

When I entered her room, she was shaking and screaming.

I ran to her side and held her arms down.

"Scarlet. Calm down. It will be okay." I whisper.

"She is having a anxiety attack. A form of one that she has woken from her coma and had an almost heart attack." The nurse said.

I ignored the nurse.

"I'm here Scarlet. Shh." I soothed.

She calmed a little but she was still shaking.

"M-m-monster."  she mumbled.

"What?" I said shocked.

"I'm a m-monster." she said.

"What would make you think that?" I said

The nurse then exited leaving me and Niall in the room along with Scarlet.

"I k-killed. P-people." She shuddered.

"No you didn't Scarlet! What could you possible be talking about?" I said, placing my hand on her head.

"I killed a family. I was the cause of other 9 deaths I could have prevented. I'm a monster." She stuttered.

"You did what?" I said, shocked.

"I killed a family. 4 people. 7 month old Michael, 45 year old Janice, 43 year old Robert, and 6 year old Stephanie." she erupted.

"No you didn't. Stop." I said.

"Yes I did. Fucking call Mikaylah and Erin! They know!" she yelled.

"But how?" I asked.

"I can't talk about this anymore. I'm hungry." she grumbled.

"Fine. This isn't over." I demanded.

She ate jello and drank water, took pills every hour and watched TV.

I missed her so much.

I crawled into the small bed next to her and sang music into her ear until she fell asleep.

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