I closed the front door behind me, as I walked back inside. A few chairs, were tipped over, and the dining table had been misaligned. But nothing was broken. I put the chairs back up, and realigned the table, with Tai running around, searching. Sniffing the air, as well as the floor. I sighed, and wandered the house. Trying to find something to distract me with, but nothing really worked.
I tried cooking. Which only reminded me of the time I taught Ralph how to prepare that rodent.
I tried playing with Tai. Reminding me of the bond she had with the android.
And I couldn't go out into the garden. For obvious reasons.
Whatever I tried to do, it just reminded me of him. So I sat down on the couch, slouching over. Tai trying her best to comfort me. Laying down by my feet.
I leaned back, feeling a woven fabric against my back. I reached my hand back, taking the fabric, inspecting it for a moment. It's the tarpaulin he used to wear. I brought it closer to my face, gripping int tightly. It didn't take long until I buried my face into it, crying until I had no tears left. Since he's an android, there no scent to the tarp, aside from the earthy smell, mixed with a hint of thirium. Tai pressed her nose under my arms, trying her best, as I continued sobbing into the woven fabric. The only thing I have to remember him by.
You only truly realize how important something is to you, until you lose it.
When I managed to regain my composure, I turned on the TV. Maybe I can find something to watch to keep myself distracted. Which isn't good for my mental health, but I honestly don't know how to cope with my emotions sometimes. I'm done with being sad. I've had enough of it to last my life already. I don't want any more of negativity.
Channel 16 were showing live footage of the android-camps. As well as a horde of androids outside, seemingly protesting. I can't even begin to think what Ralph is going through. I draped the tarp over me, my eyes glued onto the TV.
After a while, the protestors had built up a wall. With flags and signs around it, showing that they don't want conflict. I stood up, draping the tarp over my shoulders, and walked over to the front door. Tai right behind me. I didn't want her to come with me, but she'd be worried sick as well. And if I were to not come back, no one's there to take care of her. So I let her follow, as I went outside, and caught a bus. Un-boarding at the closest bus-stop to my destination.
