Alone 2: Bullets

45. Epilogue

6 months later

Carla

I walked into the hospital and went straight into his room. I greeted the nurses as I walked by.

I've been coming here everyday for the last 6 months so I practically knew this place like the back of my hand.

When I got to his room I sat on the chair next to his bed. I hated the sound of all the beeping machines but they're what's keeping him alive.

I'm the only one who visits everyday. Others just drop by occasionally. And honestly no one from his family visits not even someone claiming to be a friend and that's sad. But the good news is that I've got it covered.

The doctor said that talking to him often would slowly bring him out of his coma and that's what I've been doing.

"Hey Theo. So today I'm wearing a red sunflower dress. And I hate it. Everyone's been doing pretty good lately. Donny's in boarding school now. He looked really sad when he was about to leave but Jackson and I ended teasing him.

Speaking of Jackson. He and Dale finally got together. They're an item now. And Jackson just wouldn't shut up about it. You know Jackson could never stop talking but now things got even worse.

My mum and dad on the other hand renewed their vows and they've been on an endless honeymoon ever since. It's gross imagining what they're up too.

Oh and Tracy gave birth a couple months ago. The baby's about 2 months and a half I think. Axel named her after our grandmother. Alannah Hernandez. But the shitty thing was that Tracy ran off. She just disappeared after she gave birth but she did leave a letter saying Alannah should open it on her 18th birthday.

Speaking of Axel he was so furious at Gabby for what she did. He almost killed her even. But Gabby kept on pleading and telling Axel how much she loved him. At first I was pissed at Gabby too but slowly I forgave her. Yeah I know that sounds unbelievable. I even helped her and Axel get back together. And you should see how well she takes care of Alannah, you wouldn't even guess that she wasn't Alannah's mum.

Isa. Well. She's okay now. That day I shot Isa in her stomach and the doctors got it out in time and she's still alive. When she saw what she had done to you she finally realized that she needed help. She started going to therapy and I can say that she's better now. I still hate her though and I just wish I had shot her in the head instead. But I can't take that day back. If I could I wouldn't have let you take those bullets for me." I wiped the tear that was slowly forming at the corner of my eye.

"This isn't the moment to be sad. I have good news. Kessa and I are finally friends again. It took time but we patched things up.

You know Theo. You were always joking around about how you wanted to make a baby". I took his hand and placed it on my stomach.

"Well I'm six months pregnant now. Who would have thought that I would be pregnant and you won't be in this God awful state. I know I shouldn't say that but Theo I can't keep smiling anymore. In three months I would be a mum and you'll be a dad. I don't want to have to carry our baby here to see you like this.

In these six months I have never felt more alone in my life. I need you back Theo. Somehow everyone seems to have found their own closure and their own happiness but I can't find mine without you. Please wake up". I rested my head on his chest. I stayed that way for a few minutes when suddenly the heart monitor starting beeping alarmingly.

I quickly pressed the emergency button for the nurse. But she wasn't coming.

I ran out to the hall way and started yelling out for a doctor. The doctors finally came and the heart monitor went flat.

2 years later

I walked into their room and I saw them looking at something. I walked closer and called out to them.
"Adrian, Andrea. What are you looking at come and show mummy". They quickly hid whatever they were looking at.

"Come on show it to me". They were hesitant but I was able to get it. C'mon they're toddlers it wasn't that hard.

They were staring at a picture of me and Theo. "Go over to Grandma's room okay. She'll help you get ready. Don't forget to give mummy a kiss". They both got up and gave me sloppy kisses on my cheek. They wobbled away with their diapered asses. They were smart kids. After they started walking it didn't take long for them to know every inch of the house.

I looked back at my hand and at the picture that was in it. I just couldn't hold back the tears. I placed the frame on my chest and just let the tears flow. But then I felt a warm hand on my shoulder.

I turned around and it was Jackson and he had Vanessa on his shoulder. Vanessa was Jackson's adopted daughter. She was exactly the same age as Adrian and Andrea. He adopted her about a year ago. Something about always wanting to raise a kid along side his best friend's kids.

"You know you can't keep crying. You have to get over this". He said in the most calm tone he has ever used on me.

"I know and I will. But not at this moment". I said wiping away another tear.

"Alright then. But get ready. You can't be late". He said then he walked out of the room.

****
After getting ready I arrived at the venue. It was a little hard getting my dress out of the car.

I got to the entrance and the doors swang open and I could see everyone. All my friends and family.

When I walked in. All eyes were on me. And then my dad came and took my hand.

I've always wondered how it would be like to walk down the aisle and now I was finally doing it.

My dad led me to the alter and shook his hand before letting me go. I saw the warning look my dad gave him. And he just gave an assuring smile.

The regular wedding stuff went by then it was time for the vows.

"The couple has written their own votes. Theo please go first". The priest said.

"Honestly I can't believe this is happening". He started. "I wouldn't say meeting you was unexpected. It was a well organized plan. But in all that planning I never thought that I would end up falling for you. Your charms drew me closer to you like a moth drawn to a flame. Slowly you became my addiction and you were immediately placed on a high pedestal in my heart. It's been my goal in life to always take care of you and be with you and most importantly protect you. You're the light that came into my dark and empty life. You showed me what it was like to truly care for someone. And on this day in front of everyone I promise that. I will always be by your side. And I will always protect you. Even in death I will always be yours".

"Theo that was so sexy!!". Jackson said from behind Theo. Jackson was Theo's best man. I don't even know when this whole friendship between them started.

"Alexandria" the priest gestured to me telling me it was my turn.

I took a deep breath and then I started.

"You Theo have been so many things in my life. My annoying arrogant neighbor. My lunch mate, who liked mayo for some reason I still don't understand. My boyfriend. A shoulder to cry on. The one I put all the blame on. And most importantly the freaking love of my life. Before you walked into my life I was just a lonely teenager who never knew the words fun and love. But when you came you changed that. You brought me joy in ways I never could have imagined. You say I brought light into your life but actually you were the one who brought it into my life. And I promise you that for as long as I shall live I will keep that light on. Because Theo when I'm with you I never feel Alone.

A/n : we've finally gotten to the end of Alone. I hope you enjoyed it.